Troy, Libby hosting several Easter Week events
Good Friday will see the Troy community’s first cross walk at 11 a.m. The meeting place will be at the Troy Christian Fellowship Church, 78 Lake Creek Road. The walk will end at Roosevelt Park with a worship service and a brief message.
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Police chase suspect enters guilty plea
Covey pleaded to seven counts of felony...
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Libby Public Schools seek mill levy for maintenance costs
School Superintendent Ron Goodman said the levy would be permanent and generate $250,000 annually.
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Libby Loggers tennis sweeps Bigfork
For the girls varsity, Maggie Fantozzi rallied from a first-set loss to beat...
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Libby's event calendar filling up following council approvals
Also, the Loggertown Baseball Club is hosting a youth baseball tournament June 14-15 at the Remp Fields.
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Libby man sentenced to state prison for burglary charge
Cuffe mentioned Admire's extensive criminal history while delivering...
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Lawsuit alleges Lincoln County officials violated open meeting, public participation laws
A Libby businessman is alleging the Lincoln County Port Authority has violated the right of public participation and open meeting laws.
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Yaak residents ramp up Community Hall rehab efforts
The hall, which will see its 100th birthday this summer on July 4, is in dire need of rehabilitation to keep it going another 100 years.
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Convicted rapist sentenced to Montana State Prison
Brickey must register as a Tier 1 sex offender and was ordered to pay $879 in restitution...
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Suit alleges county officials violated open meeting, public participation laws
The suit alleges that Torgison became aware last month the Port Authority entered into transactions with...
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Libby woman accused of kidnapping also faces drug charges
Waldron, who was arrested March 4 by Lincoln County officers, also appeared in district court Monday.
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County election admin placed on administrative leave
Melanie Howell, hired to run the county’s elections in May 2023 following the resignation of Paula Buff, was put on...
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Libby woman guilty of dealing illegal drugs
On Nov. 15, Det. Holskey met with Rowe at her motor home...
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Yaak residents ramp up Community Hall rehab efforts
The hall, which will see its 100th birthday this summer on July 4, is in dire need of rehabilitation to keep it going another 100 years.
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Troy man admits guilt in arson case
Troy Volunteer Fire Department members had extinguished the blaze and...
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Miss Montana visits Head Start programs in Lincoln County
The Kootenai Valley Head Start programs in Libby and Troy enjoyed a special visit earlier this month from Miss Montana Kaylee Wolfensberger.
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Gravel Pit Fire arsonist headed to Deer Lodge
Cuffe followed the terms of the plea deal that...
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City approves Mineral Avenue closures for 406 Day, Ignite the Nites
The 64th annual show, according to information at igniterscarclub.com, begins Thursday, Aug. 14 with the High Stakes Poker Run.
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Troy VFW Auxiliary offers free yard work help to area vets
Auxiliary President Deanna Nelson began a program for Libby and Troy veterans...
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Eureka man accused of sex assault
The alleged victim said he met...
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Miss Montana visits Kootenai Valley Head Start programs
Wolfensberger has been traveling the state giving presentations on the benefits of music education.
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Young musicians herald spring’s arrival at Memorial Center
A fundraiser, sponsored by the Rotary of Kootenai Valley, for the Libby middle and high school bands will be held Thursday, March 27 at the Dome Theater, featuring actor Jack Black’s “School of Rock.”
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Libby City Council OKs distracted driving ordinance
Following a 3-2 vote Monday at the City Council meeting, Libby became the latest Montana community to approve such a measure.
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Red Dog’s return brings life to “Top to Dog”
With the return of the Red Dog, so came the return of the Top to Dog...
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Troy VFW Auxiliary supporting local veterans in need
It resulted in her needing several skin grafts, requiring numerous trips...
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Kolp picked to join Libby City Council
During questioning by council members, Kolp said the idea of being a council member snuck up on him.
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Libby man admits guilt in assault with a weapon case
According to police reports, Lincoln County Sheriff's deputies responded to a call from a...
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Judge rules for developer, Lincoln County in Thompson Chain of Lakes suit
It appears there is one less obstacle to a developer’s plans to build a RV park at Happy’s Inn following a recent court ruling in Lincoln County.
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Libby man pleads guilty to breaking into baseball field
A Libby man accused of burglarizing Lee Gehring Memorial Field has pleaded guilty to the offense.
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Libby man pleads guilty to burglarizing baseball field
In the Gehring Field burglary case, it had been the site of vandalism...
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Transient man gets state prison time for police chase conviction
Lee, who was held in the Lincoln County Detention Center before being taken to the facility...
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Local performers, students excel in 'High School Musical'
Karacters President Brian Bell decided the previous collaboration with...
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Judge rules for developer, county in Chain of Lakes suit
Parks Family Real Estate and Happy’s RV Park wants to build a 21-acre park which would include 69 recreational vehicle sites and 20 tent sites. The park would be located just north of U.S. 2 across from Happy’s Inn.
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Oregon man sentenced in West Kootenai gun theft
According to a narrative by county deputy Bo Pitman, the offense came to light following a disturbance call New Year’s Day 2024...
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Lincoln County awards landfill expansion contract to Washington firm
An eastern Washington company recently won the bid to expand the Lincoln County Landfill.
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Libby convict returned to jail after violating release terms
Erik Lynn McQueen, 41, who has multiple prior convictions for assault and...
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County awards landfill expansion contract to Washington firm
County Health Department Director Kathi Hooper said her research through GreatWest Engineering indicated...
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State alleges LPD officer offered underage woman alcohol, solicited sex
Buckner became the subject of a state investigation in 2024 following a complaint made against him.
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Man caught following chase in Libby Dam area by county, federal law officers
The man, who a county officer said was not a local resident, was described as having a violent history.
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Former Libby educator accused of assaulting student gets deferred prosecution agreement
Former Libby Middle High School Principal Jim Germany Jr., has reached an agreement with the Lincoln County Attorney’s Office that could see his record cleared if he avoids further legal issues.
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Libby child molester accused of violating release terms
In 2009, Christopher Michael Haines, 42, of Libby was given a...
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Troy Dollar General store opening in mid March
Troy City Council approved a business license for the operation at its Feb. 18 meeting.
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Four locals accused in kidnapping conspiracy
Det. Holskey and Det. Brandon Holzer met with...
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Local animal shelters work to overcome adversity
The latest case of abandonment involves a...
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Trojans in Hamilton for Class B Divisional Basketball
The Trojans are enjoying their best season since 2011-12 when...
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Aver ordered to pay county $20,000 for animal care
According to a court document filed Jan. 10, Steven David Aver, 64, and county Attorney Marcia Boris agreed to a pretrial diversion agreement...
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Next phase of large conservation easement up for review
The new easement would encompass forestlands in the Cabinet Mountains between Kalispell and Libby.
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Next phase of large conservation easement up for review
The new easement would encompass forestlands in the Cabinet Mountains between Kalispell and Libby.
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Former Troy resident pleads not guilty to abandoning puppies
Deputy Brandon Huff responded, spoke with shelter staff and deputy Smith and was told there were 17 dogs in the boxes.
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Troy woman pleads not guilty to endangering toddler
According to charging documents, Montana Highway Patrol Tpr. Virgil Sadewasser reported...
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Ian Smith resigns Libby City councilor seat
Smith must live in Troy to be a member of the force and his change in residency means he can not be a city councilor in Libby.
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Freezing rain, flood warnings issued for Northwest Montana
According to the Lincoln County Emergency Management Agency, forecasters in Missoula indicated a probability of an inch of rain in the valleys, 1.5 inches in the north end of the county and 2-plus inches in the Cabinet Mountains.
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Germany reaches deal with county in youth assault case
Germany worked at Libby Public Schools from 2002 until his resignation following the assault accusation.
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State continues work to protect wild lands in Northwest Montana
The new easement would encompass forestlands in the Cabinet Mountains between Kalispell and Libby.
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Dissatisfaction growing over Trump policies, actions
Last week in front of the Lincoln County Courthouse, Roesler-Begalke’s publicly illustrated his displeasure with the actions of Pres. Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
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More charges for Libby man accused in transgender incident
According to the probable cause statement by county deputy Christopher Pape, he was...
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Comfort Inn coming to Libby’s Kootenai Business Park
The 80-room hotel in a multiple-floor story building will also feature...
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Troy basketball teams celebrate Senior Night
The Trojans are back in action this weekend in St. Ignatius at the 7B tournament.
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Troy man sentenced in West Kootenai road rage incident
Reid’s case began at about 3:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, according to...
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Troy High School Drama Club puts on a show to remember
Despite some unforeseen setbacks, Troy High School Auditorium hosted two shows Friday and Saturday evening.
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Local woman pleads to DUI with child in car
According to the supplemental narrative by county deputy Ben Fisher, his shift was about to end...
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Libby's Siefke wins Halfway House pike derby
But a well-timed cold snap built a good 10 inches on the 107-acre lake...
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Libby man accused of assaulting jail guard, burglary
After Harsh was taken into custody the first time, he was accused of striking and kicking a detention officer during a Dec. 31, 2024, incident.
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Libby's Siefke wins Halfway House pike derby
But a well-timed cold snap built a good 10 inches on the 107-acre lake...
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Greenchain wrestlers send 15 to state tournament
Led by senior Riley Orr's win at 118 pounds, he and 14 other Greenchain wrestlers will...
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Libby woman sentenced in drug possession case
According to her terms of release, Willey is not allowed to use or possess alcohol, dangerous drugs or weapons.
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Libby man pleads not guilty to violating protective order
According to charging documents, Judge Cuffe issued a Temporary Order of Protection Nov. 7, 2024, against...
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County officials continue effort to improve animal shelter
The commissioners were unanimous in their support for the county to run the facility.
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Berm jumping leads to felony charge
After getting a description of the man from the employee, Pitman spoke to...
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Local health care providers get training in sepsis
Wednesday, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center hosted a special training event for its...
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Rexford man sentenced for partner assault
She told the deputy she was sleeping on the couch when Sims started...
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Washington man pulled off Amtrak train in Libby pleads guilty to federal gun charges
A Washington man convicted of indecent exposure in Lincoln County last year has pleaded guilty to illegal gun possession in federal court.
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Greenchain wrestlers wrap up memorable week with safe homecoming
The Greenchain never made it all the way up Highway 37 after the bus...
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Former Troy woman accused in puppy abandonment case
According to the charging document, county dispatch deputy got a call in the early evening hours of Feb. 1, 2024, about a passerby finding...
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County hosting multiple ice fishing tourneys
This weekend, the hot spot will be Bull Lake for its Ninth Annual Ice Fishing Derby.
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Losing streaks continue for Libby hoops teams
Newcomer Bransen Holzer was next with 11 points and Isaac Lamere added 10.
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Winter Tracks welcomes area youth to nature's wonders
The American badger was part of James’ presentation on...
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Washington man arrested in Libby pleads to federal gun charges
Brown was removed from an Amtrak train Jan. 9, 2024, in Libby after the indecent exposure incident.
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Lincoln County Crisis Response Team in limbo
The news about the Crisis Response Team’s demise was circulating before it...
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Libby man accused of pepper spraying man after harassing cashier over gender
A Libby man is accused of attacking a person with pepper spray last month after allegedly harassing a transgender cashier at a local business.
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Libby man pleads guilty to head butting girlfriend
District Judge Matt Cuffe ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set Spady’s sentencing for March 10.
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J. Neils bull statue getting some company
Harman said he got a grant from the LOR Foundation to pay for the new structure.
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Libby bridge to be named in honor of fallen Vietnam-era soldier
Efforts to have the bridge on Montana 37 above the Kootenai River in Libby named after a local war hero came to fruition last week in Helena.
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Libby bridge to be named in honor of fallen Vietnam-era soldier
Efforts to have the bridge on Montana 37 above the Kootenai River in Libby named after a local war hero came to fruition last week in Helena.
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Trojans run win streak to three after beating Eureka
Troy is 7-3 overall and leads 7B with a 5-0 record. Tuesday’s win over the Lions was...
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Feds seek comment on Montanore Mine project
Montanore Minerals wants to conduct mineral exploration activities, primarily for copper and silver...
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Libby man charged in pepper spray incident at local store
Charging documents indicate Ludwick was having a problem with the cashier being...
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Former Libby educator pleads not guilty to assaulting a minor
Former Libby Middle High School Principal Jim Germany Jr. pleaded not guilty to assault on a minor last week.
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County man sentenced for drug offenses
Dunsing was first accused of five offenses, including four felonies.
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Libby bridge to be named in honor of Vietnam vet
“This is a man who could have taken a deferment and not went, but that’s not what Arthur did,” Cuffe said.
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Libby man gets deferred sentence in road-rage incident
Swartzenberger, who appeared with his attorney...
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Trojans rally in second half to beat Superior
The Trojans (5-3) broke a three-game losing streak with the win as they work to overcome a...
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Former high school principal pleads not guilty to assaulting student
Germany worked at Libby Public Schools from 2002 until...
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Libby High School students seek welding certification
Nearly two dozen current Loggers have passed their G1 American Welding Certification Test while two others have passed their G3 test.
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Libby apartment complex heavily damaged in fire
The call came in at about 2 p.m. for a fire at the...
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Gravel Pit Fire arsonist pleads guilty in Lincoln County District Court
A man originally from New Jersey accused of starting the Gravel Pit Fire south of Libby in 2023 pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the blaze last week.
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Owner of popular Libby bar accused of assaulting a woman inside his establishment
The owner of a downtown Libby bar is accused of assaulting a woman inside his establishment.
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Deer Lodge man pleads guilty to rape
A plea deal calls for Brickey to receive a...
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Gravel Pit Fire arsonist pleads guilty
A plea deal calls for him to receive a 20-year sentence, with...
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Feds say no to grizzly delisting
In 2023, the agency said the Greater Yellowstone population was at 1,030 while the NCDE population was 1,163.
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Libby man dies in motorhome fire
Nineteen firefighters were on the scene of the blaze for 2 1/2 hours as well as...
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Greenchain wrestlers sweep dual against CFalls, Bigfork
Forfeits played prominently in all the matches as the visiting teams struggled to fill weight classes.
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Frenchtown sweeps Libby in high school hoops
Hosting two hot-shooting squads from Frenchtown resulted in...
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Beagle tapped to lead Libby Middle High School
Scott Beagle was named the interim principal at Libby Middle High School last week following the resignation of former Principal Jim Germany, who was accused of assaulting a student in December.
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Beagle takes over principal duties at Libby Middle High School
Beagle is taking on the added responsibilities following the...
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Forest officials plan thinning work near Libby
Kootenai National Forest Libby Ranger District has proposed a project in the Bobtail and Lower Pipe Creek areas that would include logging on nearly 3,000 acres of federal land in a tract of nearly 3,600 acres.
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Local bar owner accused of assaulting woman in own establishment
When Luthey spoke with the alleged victim, she said she was in the bar when...
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Libby woman accused of dealing drugs
Five days later, the detective met with...
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Libby man pleads not guilty to animal cruelty charges
A Libby man accused of felony animal cruelty charges after two of his dogs were found starving earlier this fall recently pleaded not guilty to the offenses.
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Washington woman arraigned on local child custody case
According to the Dec. 10 county jail roster, Canavan remains locked up in the...
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Eureka teen enters not guilty plea to felony rape charges
Springer was freed in Butte-Silver Bow County earlier this year following accusations he raped a 4-year-old child there.
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Effort to rename Libby bridge after fallen soldier headed to Legislature
When the state Legislature convenes next Monday in Helena, Sen. Mike Cuffe, R-Eureka, will introduce a bill to rename the Montana 37 bridge over the Kootenai River as it exits Libby in memory of former resident Arthur J. Rambo.
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Effort to rename Libby bridge after fallen soldier headed to Legislature
When the state Legislature convenes next Monday in Helena, Sen. Mike Cuffe, R-Eureka, will introduce a bill to rename the Montana 37 bridge over the Kootenai River as it exits Libby in memory of former resident Arthur J. Rambo.
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Heritage Museum volunteers seek grant for Shay engine work
The Museum is going after a $2 million grant that would fund restoration work on the 118-year-old No. 4 engine...
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Proposed skate park in Libby needs a home
The first Libby Skate Park opened in 1993 at the corner of Larch Street and Utah Avenue.
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Effort to rename Libby bridge after fallen soldier headed to Legislature
When the state Legislature convenes its 69th session next Monday in Helena, Sen. Mike Cuffe will introduce a bill to have the Montana 37 bridge over the Kootenai River as it exits Libby named in memory of former resident Arthur J. Rambo.
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Canadian man pleads not guilty to Yaak assault
Romanuik appeared on video for his arraignment Dec. 2 in Lincoln County District Court...
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State officials headed to Libby to talk natural resource work
The state of Montana and the bankrupt company agreed to an $18.5 million settlement for cleanup of the mine site and for natural resource damage claims in 2023.
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Libby's Miner celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends
He attributes his longevity to his Christian faith and God.
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City workers place new stop signs on Mineral Avenue
The stop signs mean both intersections are four-way stops.
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Greenchain wrestlers 11th at Wild Memorial Tournament
Libby returns to the mat Jan. 3-4 at the Ronan Tournament.
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Troy woman pleads guilty to driving drunk with infant in car
The plea deal calls for a five-year suspended sentence on the endangerment charge and a...
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Libby's Miner celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends
He attributes his longevity to his Christian faith and God.
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Logger boys basketball improves to 3-1
Ryan Beagle banked in a 3-pointer at the buzzer to increase the Libby lead to four points, 15-11.
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Loggers girls basketball rolls to first win over Stevensville
There wasn’t much drama against the Yellowjackets after Stevensville led...
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Eureka Lady Lions hold off Libby, secure Battle of Kootenai
Libby (0-3) trailed by 11 after one quarter, 12 at the half and 14 after three quarters.
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Libby Public Schools educator charged with assaulting minor
In the charging document, Libby Police Chief Cody Ercanbrack attended a regular, weekly meeting Dec. 10 of the Student at Risk Counsel at Libby High School.
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Libby Public Schools educator charged with assaulting minor
In the charging document, Libby Police Chief Cody Ercanbrack attended a regular, weekly meeting Dec. 10 of the Student at Risk Counsel at Libby High School.
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Superb free throw shooting carries Loggers past Eureka
Led by three seniors, the Loggers hit 19 of 22 from the stripe.
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Greenchain grab dual meet triumph over Eureka
103-pounder Levi Nick opened the action with a pin in 4:27 of Eureka’s Trent Shay.
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Savage Lake residents hope to see speed limit on Montana 56 lowered
Some residents of the Savage Lake community in south Lincoln County want to see a decrease in the speed limit on Montana 56.
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Libby High School band shares Christmas spirit
In addition to performances by the jazz and concert bands as well as the percussion ensemble, several solo ensembles treated the hundreds in attendance to sounds of the season.
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Troy boys basketball enjoys best start since 2008
A records check indicates the 2008-09 season was when a Tony Smith-coached Troy team began the season 4-0.
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Greenchain claim second at Kinney Classic
The Greenchain had one champion in 110-pounder Tristin Rogers and five other placewinners.
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Bull Lake Road residents seek lower speed limit
Some residents of the Savage Lake community in south Lincoln County want to see a decrease in the speed limit on Highway 56.
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Troy girls basketball shows improvement in 1-1 start
Friday, Dec. 13, Troy rolled to a 76-40 win over Alberton.
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Thieves rob Troy hunter of buck, equipment
The joy a Troy man experienced after bagging a 5-by-5 white-tailed buck Nov. 20 in the Lower Yaak was quickly dashed after it was stolen, along with some of his hunting gear.
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Criminal charges stacking up for Libby man
The alleged probation violation includes charges from Wheatland County where federal and local authorities are investigating Devine.
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Two people taken to hospital following U.S. 2 wreck
Libby Volunteer Ambulance transported two people to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center for treatment...
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Accused rapist charged again following release from custody
According to the charging document filed by County Attorney Marcia Boris, Springer was charged with...
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Libby woman pleads guilty to drug possession
Following booking at the Lincoln County Detention Center...
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Thieves steal Troy man's buck, hunting gear
Bob Swiden, 74, was hunting about three miles up the Yaak River Road when he bagged the big buck.
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He shot a trophy buck. When he came back to retrieve it, thieves had stolen it
The joy an older Troy man experienced after bagging a 5x5 white-tailed buck Nov. 20 in the Lower Yaak was quickly dashed after it was stolen, along with some of his hunting gear.
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Schnackenberg stepping down as Lincoln County coroner
The Lincoln County Coroner’s Office will be seeking a new coroner.
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Libby OKs safety measures on Mineral Avenue
Cruising the “gut” in Libby is about to become a thing of the past.
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Greenchain wrestlers claim second at Owen Invitational
Greenchain wrestlers enjoyed top six placewinner performances by nine wrestlers while...
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Schnackenberg stepping down as county coroner
Schnackenberg has served as the deputy coroner and coroner for the last...
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Libby man faces animal cruelty charges
The charges include three felony counts of animal cruelty and three misdemeanors...
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Libby man faces another assault charge
McQueen is being held in the detention center on $75,000 bail.
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Donations pave way for Turner Mountain's new snowmobile
Rounding out the fundraising were several generous donations by private parties, totaling $4,450.
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Libby woman gets prison time after failed drug tests
She will be screened for possible admission to Passages Women’s Center, an addiction treatment facility in Billings.
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Libby native Ryggs Johnston wins Australian Open
Libby’s Ryggs Johnston stormed on to the international golf scene this weekend as he won his second DP World Tour start, capturing the Australian Open in impressive fashion.
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Libby man hospitalized following Thanksgiving weekend house fire
The Libby Volunteer Fire Department battled a roaring house fire Sunday evening that left a 79-year-old Libby man homeless.
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Troy city councilor voted in as new mayor
The city of Troy has a new mayor.
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Libby man hospitalized following house fire
Fire crews, Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Libby Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and Flathead Electric were on the scene...
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Eureka man pleads guilty to felony drug charge
Dunsing first appeared in Lincoln County District Court and pleaded...
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Rexford man pleads to assaulting girlfriend
The victim, who has a 2-year-old child with...
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Ryggs Johnston storms to Australian Open title
The 24-year-old carded a closing 68 at Kingston Heath to finish 18 under par while taking home the Stonehaven Cup.
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Libby Councilors OKs stop signs on Mineral Avenue
Libby City councilors approved a number of new traffic restrictions during Monday’s meeting aimed at making Mineral Avenue a safer place for pedestrians and motorists.
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LHS choir members named All-Northwest performers
Long-time music teacher Lorraine Braun lauded senior Keyera Haischer, Caleb Hart and freshman Vivian Cole for...
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Former Libby man accused of custodial interference
The grandmother then had to obtain a court order to...
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Warrant issued for Troy man accused of partner assault
But Kelso missed a pre-trial conference on...
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Boswell Jr. takes over as new Troy mayor
Councilor Tyler Roland Boswell Jr. was sworn in Monday, Nov. 18.
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State OKs $ for natural resource work in county
Locally, state officials held a meeting in Libby earlier this summer and accepted written comments suggesting how the money should be spent.
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Libby City Council weighs safety improvements to downtown drag
More stop signs on Mineral Avenue in Libby or a drop in the speed limit?
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Gehring Memorial Field cameras lead to burglary arrest
The coach had security video of the incident and believed items were stolen.
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Mineral Avenue business owners seek safety changes
Also talked about were the failure of motorists to stop at the crosswalks...
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One man dead in Frazey Loop incident
Based on statements from the victim, witnesses and...
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One dead after violent weekend incident south of Libby
One man is dead after a violent incident Friday night on Frazey Loop, south of Libby.
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Montana DEQ stops public review of Montanore Mine permits
According to a news release from DEQ, Public Notice No. MT-24-13 incorrectly indicated that the purpose...
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Two jailed in Lincoln County following separate police chases
Two men are locked up in the Lincoln County Detention Center after they allegedly engaged in separate police chases in recent weeks.
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Two jailed in Lincoln County following separate police chases
Two men are locked up in the Lincoln County Detention Center after they allegedly engaged in separate police chases in recent weeks.
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Answering the call: Six new EMTs join Libby Volunteer Ambulance
The challenges of running a volunteer ambulance service are countless, but the dedicated denizens in Libby have been doing it for more than 50 years.
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Answering the call: Six new EMTs join Libby Volunteer Ambulance
To become an EMT, individuals must be certified by...
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LOR hosting second volunteer drive Saturday at Memorial Center
Pastries from the Amish Farm to Market, Tiffany's, Coffee from Camp Creek Roasters and an assortment...
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Two jailed after alleged separate police chases
Allen is facing several misdemeanor charges, including...
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Libby's government study commission ready for work
D.C. Orr, Karen Dinkins and Vince Backen will spend the next...
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County announces new info on Green Box sites
The new hours of operation begin Monday, Nov. 25 and the schedule, provided by county...
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Green Box sites in Lincoln County affected in deal to haul trash
Lincoln County officials approved a deal to haul trash for the next two years at a Nov. 13 meeting of the Board of Commissioners.
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Montana Department of Environmental Quality halts public review of Montanore permits
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has stopped a public review of two permits for the Montanore Mine.
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Montana Department of Environmental Quality halts public review of Montanore permits
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has stopped a public review of two permits for the Montanore Mine.
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Libby man takes Alford plea in road rage incident
According to the alleged victim, Swartzenberger pulled on to U.S. 2 near...
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Libby Elementary School students enjoy Red Ribbon festivities
Children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don’t.
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Libby's Johnston earns European Tour card for '25
The DP World Tour is known as the PGA European Tour and features the top pro golfers in Europe.
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Montana DEQ stops public review of Montanore Mine permits
According to a news release from DEQ, Public Notice No. MT-24-13 incorrectly indicated that the purpose...
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Green Box sites affected in county deal to haul trash
Evergreen did agree to a two-year deal to take care of garbage pickup until the county is ready to take over.
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New felony charge for Washington man convicted of indecent exposure
A Washington man hauled off an Amtrak train in Libby after...
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Hecla seeking new permit for Montanore Mine
The agency said there will be no lapse in permit coverage as the 2006 permit would not terminate until the new permit becomes effective.
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Libby man facing two felony charges following alleged drunken incident
The alleged victim said she got the formula...
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Area youth learn about wildlife, nature at Libby Dam Youth Hunt
Two of the teachers included Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens, Sawyer Johnson and Jacob Haberlock.
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Elderly Libby man accused of exposing himself
Paxson was taken into custody Oct. 13.
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Finding a healthy balance between trappers and dogs
Montana K9 Safety, based in Bigfork, has partnered with FWP and trappers in an effort to minimize the risk and educate dog owners...
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Hecla seeking new permit for Montanore Mine in Cabinet Mountains Wilderness
Idaho-based Hecla Mining is ready for another shot at operating the Montanore Mine, located south of Libby in the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness.
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Libby woman charged with assault following police shooting
According to the charging document filed...
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Hecla moving forward with efforts to operate Montanore mine
According to a press release from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, it has drafted a new...
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Libby’s Ron Adamson pens first book
Adamson will be at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday night to sell and sign copies of the book.
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Lincoln County honors its military veterans
The presentation saw performances by the high school choir and band, a presentation of colors by members of the Harper Erdman...
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Libby woman, toddler son escape home fire
According to Libby Volunteer Fire Chief Steve Lauer, the woman suffered...
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Yaak residents fundraising to fix community hall
The structure, built in 1925, will see its 100th year next July 4 and...
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New city park mural adds to Libby's beauty
Twenty-one students played various roles in the mural...
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High-speed chase suspect back in jail following alleged violations
Covey, who pleaded not guilty Feb. 26 to multiple felony charges following the...
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Several events planned in county for Veterans Day
At 6:30 p.m. Friday, the Kootenai Valley Christian School will hold its annual program at the Libby Christian Church.
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Noel Duram claims county Commissioner seat
QQQDuram, a Republican, collected 66% of the votes...
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Troy man jailed on two counts of felony arson
According to the probable cause statement by Troy Police Chief Travis Miller...
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Northwest Montana man gets prison time for violating probation
Wilson sentenced him to a six-year deferred term on May 15, 2024, but court documents indicate Heil continued to struggle...
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Libby man pleads not guilty to knife assault
According to charging documents, the incident occurred...
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Libby's Farmer, Watson medal at state cross country championships
The Loggers last had multiple medalists in...
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County residents prepare to cast their votes Nov. 5
Polls will close at 8 p.m. There are three polling locations in the county, including...
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CASA of Lincoln County welcomes six new special advocates
The volunteers completed 30 hours of pre-service training and took an oath to...
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Troy seeks new mayor after abrupt resignation
The city of Troy is looking for a new mayor.
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Eureka man accused of magic mushroom grow operation
Davis was arrested at his home Oct. 9 on Therriault Creek Road...
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County seeks to increase landfill while debating haul costs
The proposed expansion includes approximately 17.4 acres of property located...
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Troy seeks new mayor after Ekstedt resigns
Current Mayor Chuck Ekstedt resigned at...
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County inks deal with Forest Service to increase WUI work
In a nutshell, the Master Stewardship Agreement opens the door for the county to thin stands of trees on national forest lands adjacent to developed private properties.
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Meth left behind in room leads to drug charge
The next morning, an employee saw...
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Libby's Bailey a straight shooter at Montana Skeet Championships
The titles were firsts for Bailey, a registered skeet shooter for 15 years.
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Work begins on affordable housing project in Libby
Ground broke last week on an affordable housing complex years in the making on Commerce Way in Libby.
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Troy woman accused of driving drunk with infant in car
Fisher then reported the Impala failed to safely negotiate the 90-degree turn where Silver Tip Way turns on to...
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Libby Logger harriers show major improvements heading to state
The Loggers were led by their standout trio which includes sophomore Cody Watson, senior Rowen Sherbo and freshman Capri Farmer.
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Affordable housing project breaks ground in Libby
When finished, the development would boast 10 two-bedroom (825 square feet) and 14 one-bedroom units (675 square feet).
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Washington man accused of cocaine dealing in county
Maxim got out of the truck first.
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Libby asbestos clinic hit with new lawsuit
Libby’s asbestos clinic is facing another lawsuit, this time alleging medical malpractice, wrongful death and claims of disabling Lincoln County residents by prescribing them opioid pain killers following the misdiagnosis of health issues.
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Libby asbestos clinic hit with new lawsuit
Libby’s asbestos clinic is facing another lawsuit, this time alleging medical malpractice, wrongful death and claims of disabling Lincoln County residents by prescribing them opioid pain killers following the misdiagnosis of health issues.
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Troy woman accused in baseball bat incident
The alleged victim, who said he attempted to retreat...
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Libby’s CARD Clinic faces new lawsuit alleging wrongful death
The civil suit, filed Thursday, Oct. 10 in Lincoln County District Court...
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Libby hosting Western A Cross Country Championships
The top seven finishers in the varsity boys and girls races will qualify for...
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Columbia Falls shuts out Loggers in gridiron action, 49-0
Libby, 2-5 overall, travels to Browning Friday for a 7 p.m. game.
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Troy residents sentenced for roles in related incidents
They were previously in a long-term relationship, but addiction ruined it.
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Libby boys soccer team headed to state tournament
The Loggers claimed the third spot in the North and will play at No. 1 South finisher Stevensville at 2 p.m. Saturday.
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Log truck driver rescued following Highway 56 wreck
Numerous first responders and others worked to get the man out...
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Libby to consider ordinance targeted at distracted driving
One of those September distracted driving crashes included an injury.
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Log truck driver rescued following Highway 56 wreck
Numerous first responders and others worked to get the man out...
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40 years and counting: RMEF still going strong
Decker, a Libby native, is one of the founding fathers of the hunter-based conservation group...
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Troy volleyball falls to Superior in five sets
Troy rolled to a 25-13 win in the opening set with good serving while...
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County commissioner candidates share views at forum
Democratic candidate Doug Davies announced Thursday evening at a candidate forum in Libby that he is withdrawing his candidacy.
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Libby man accused of rape returned to county jail
According to court documents, Brickey was released from...
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Running the river: Kayakers flock to Kootenai River
The adventuresome boaters shared the river with anglers seeking Kokanee salmon on a...
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Libby man facing new charges returned to jail
While Ercanbrack made his way to the scene, he spoke with Sheasby’s probation officer...
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Libby man accused of threatening women with large knife
One of the alleged victims said Switzer went into the kitchen, grabbed a large curved knife...
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Trojans nearly rally past Arlee in homecoming game
The Trojans trailed 16-14 with a little more than two minutes left when...
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County victim/witness program works to raise awareness about domestic violence
Program officials are asking county residents to wear purple on Thursday, Oct. 17...
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Oregon man accused of spitting on, biting jail guard
Huff watched video that reportedly showed Hendrix...
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Troy councilors name Travis Miller new police chief
Miller joined the force at the same time Davis was named chief.
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Adventure aplenty for Libby youth in outdoor program
More than 40 youth in Libby Middle School teacher Bill Moe’s program...
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Libby man returned to custody after violating release terms
According to court documents, Erik Lynn McQueen...
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Adventure aplenty for Libby youth in outdoor program
More than 40 youth in Libby Middle School teacher Bill Moe’s program...
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Nasty storm wipes out power to thousands in NW Montana
The storm rolled through Troy at about 6:30 p.m. while...
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Russian roulette convict returned to county jail
In the recent traffic cases, Ball was stopped by county deputy...
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Burger tabbed as new Libby city councilor
Burger was appointed to the seat following the recent resignation of...
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Loggers football drops third straight to Bigfork, 41-9
Against Bigfork, the Loggers trailed 14-7 at halftime.
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Libby woman returned to jail after probation violations
Hammers was in front of Cuffe Aug. 27, 2024, for a revocation hearing because...
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Troy Library hosting Sept. 26 meeting about Opportunity Center
Congressman Ryan Zinke made the official request to the U.S. House Appropriations Committee in May for fiscal year 2025.
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Euthanized griz was well-traveled bear across northwest Montana
The bear, its sibling, a female cub, and the sow grizzly were captured and GPS tracking collars were placed on them.
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Libby man pleads guilty to drug offenses
There, the officer reported finding Jungst completely nude...
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West Fisher grizzly euthanized after series of conflicts
There were also reports of the bear going onto porches of homes.
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Loggers suffer tough loss to Ronan Chiefs, 22-19
The Loggers host Bigfork at 7 p.m. Friday.
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Golfers endure soggy conditions at Kootenai Invite
Easton Peterson led the Loggers with...
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Jury finds Troy man guilty of harassing 911 dispatchers
A jury decided Dan J. Savage Jr., 47, was...
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Libby shooting incident investigated by Flathead Co.
According to Sheriff Darren Short...
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Troy man receives Governor’s Veteran Commendation
Sp-4 Erickson distinguished himself while serving with the 3rd Battalion of Company E while under massive mortar and ground attack in a defensive position.
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Accused stabbing assailant returned to jail
David Kenneth Reid, 38, pleaded...
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Fire crews, Mother Nature douse KNF's largest fire of 2024
The China Mountain Fire, listed at 213 acres after aircraft with infrared...
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Lincoln County relies on federal funds, big cuts to balance budget
Lincoln County commissioners last week passed a $14.9 million budget for fiscal year 2025 with property taxes increasing.
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Woman injured in deputy-involved shooting in Libby
A Libby woman was shot and wounded by a law enforcement officer last weekend at a residence just south of Libby, authorities say.
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Butte contractor sentenced in local fraud case
Joseph Anthony Tobiness, 52, was accused of...
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Butte man faces accusations of probation violations
According to court documents alleging his probation...
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Federal money, big department cuts help county balance budget
For homes valued at $100,000, their property taxes will increase $100.01. For a home worth $300,000, the increase is $300.02 and for a home valued at $600,000, it is $600.05.
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Changing weather sparks wildfire in Lower Yaak
Three Rivers Ranger District Fire Management Officer Beau Macy said he was somewhat surprised...
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Changing weather sparks wildfire in Lower Yaak
Three Rivers Ranger District Fire Management Officer Beau Macy said he was somewhat surprised...
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Libby's Watson sets new cross country record
Sophomore Cody Watson placed ninth overall...
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Libby boys soccer squad opens with win over Frenchtown
Senior Dylan Warner found the back of the net next to make it 2-1 and...
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State announces changes in CWD reporting in Lincoln County
There are a few changes, such as mandatory reporting, all hunters should be aware of, particularly in regards to Chronic Wasting Disease.
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Loggers football squad opens Hannah era with big win
But the win was tempered by a number of injuries to Loggers players.
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Libby Veterans of Foreign Wars post seeks to honor fallen soldier
The Libby VFW Harper Erdman Post 1548 has launched an effort to have the Montana 37 bridge that crosses the Kootenai River in Libby named after U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Arthur John Rambo.
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Libby VFW launches effort to honor Army vet Rambo
Staff Sgt. Rambo was killed in action at the age of 23 on Thanksgiving day 1969 in the Vietnam War.
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A memorable county fair for south Lincoln Co. 4-H clubs
Members of the South 40 and Troy’s Kootenai Kids and Kritters clubs collected dozens of ribbons and showed animals that helped raise nearly...
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Troy man pleads guilty to pointing rifle at neighbor
According to the narrative by Troy police officer Travis Miller...
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Area man accused of drug trafficking, endangerment
Dunsing is accused of four offenses, including three felonies.
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Clash of the Carvers returns to Libby
2024’s event features 20 of the world’s best carvers who will compete for $15,000 in prizes.
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Libby man pleads guilty to criminal child endangerment
Steven Wayne Kelley, 52, initially pleaded not guilty in June in...
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Fall sports kick off this weekend in Lincoln County
The Libby Loggers cross country teams will host an invitational Friday at 10 a.m. at Cabinet View Golf Course.
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Spots still available on Libby, Troy government study commissions
Some local officials have said that there was confusion of what the government study commissions were meant to do.
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Beach resigns from Libby Council; city seeks applicants for vacant seat
Beach’s resignation was announced by Mayor Peggy Williams during...
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Big Sky Memorial Ride brings endurance equine event to Lincoln County
Trail riders from several states and Canada competed in the sport of endurance horse riding...
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Troy contractor accused of large-scale theft
According to court documents, Hubbard operated a business under the names of MAV Built Better or MAV Construction LLC.
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Lincoln County's Election Department will stay within the Clerk and Recorder's Office
There will be no separation of the Election Department from the Clerk and Recorder's Office in Lincoln County.
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Troy woman pleads guilty to running over man
Palmer said during a June 6 court hearing...
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Troy woman pleads guilty to running over man
Palmer said during a June 6 court hearing...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Troy appoints trio to police commission as it narrows chief search
Veteran chief Katie Davis worked her last day with the department on July 5.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Libby man headed to prison after new drug charges, probation violations
Ty Reed Orsborn, 36, was originally charged and pleaded...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
New-look Cedar Creek forest project seeks public comment
But a new part of the current proposal would allow for the construction of a new trailhead and parking area for horse trailers as well as an increase in the time FS roads 4727 and 402 are open.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
At 80, Smokey Bear's message is timeless
His story is not a new one, but it bears repeating.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Washington man pleads guilty to drug possession
A Washington man accused of illegal drug possession after he thought he suffering from an overdose...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Libby man jailed on accusations of assaulting girlfriend
According to a probable cause statement...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
County won't split elections from clerk and recorder
Election Administrator Melanie Howell was hopeful her department could work better with the Clerk and Recorder’s Office, led by Corinna Brown.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Former Oregon hotshots help quell Libby blaze
The couple, who have lived in Libby since 2017, were more than prepared to tackle....
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Former county resident gets prison time for sex offense
Cody Hosko, 60, of Victor, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby man accused of beating, choking woman
Moss is scheduled to appear in court Sept. 9 for...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Sex assault case dismissed against Libby man
In the motion for dismissal, Boris wrote that the alleged victim...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
State says New Jersey man accused of arson is fit to proceed
Eutsler’s attorney, Ben Kolter, told the court he has requested a new budget to have a new evaluation hearing.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Teck Coal faces new pollution violation charges
According to a press release from Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement, it filed...
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby woman gets prison time in meth possession case
District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced Styles on July 15 to...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Arrest warrant issued for Libby man accused of stabbing woman
According to a court document filed July 26, Reid was at...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Highway 37 bridge work begins Aug. 5
The first is at mile marker 13.8 where the...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Campfire time comes to a stop in northwest Montana
Because 80 to 90% of wildfires are human-caused, restrictions help reduce fire risk and prevent wildfires during periods of very high to extreme fire danger by decreasing potential sources of ignition.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
More pollution violation charges for Teck Coal
According to a press release from Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement, it filed...
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Election officials in Lincoln County want to break off from Clerk and Recorder's Office
Lincoln County commissioners are considering separating the Election Department from the Clerk and Recorder’s Office.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
County election officials want separation from clerk and recorder
The matter arose at the July 10 meeting when Election Administrator Melanie Howell ...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Arrest warrant issued for Troy man accused of felony theft
Zugg first appeared in court Jan. 23, 2023, for arraignment on felony charges of theft and...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Top talent performing at Riverfront Blues Festival
Hosted by the Libby Revitalization Project, the festival will be held at the Riverfront Park Aug. 9-10.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Construction company owner accused of fraud pleads guilty
Joseph Anthony Tobiness, 52, was accused of four counts of forgery...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Troy enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions; road closure ordered for Libby OU3
Troy Volunteer Fire Department Chief D.J. Welch called for Stage 1 fire restrictions July 22 inside city limits.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Late night hotel fracas leads to assault charge
Pape said when he spoke to Bennett the man was very intoxicated...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Eureka man accused of shooting neighbor’s dog
According to the woman, the veterinarian said he could...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Troy man accused of fifth DUI
According to the affidavit of probable cause, Trooper Bryce Ford was driving on U.S. 2...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
More pollution violation charges for Teck Coal
According to a press release from Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement, it filed...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Multiple charges for Kalispell woman following hit-and-run crash
According to the affidavit of probable cause by Montana Highway Patrol trooper Virgil Sadewasser, Lundin was involved in...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Second accused dog napper pleads not guilty
County deputy Andrew Smith and county detective Brandon Holzer investigated...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
City wades back into Flower Creek spoils pile discussion
The spoils pile, left following the construction of the newer dam in 2016 because the project was...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Local governments seek candidates for study commissions
The purpose of the study commission is to look at the existing form and powers of the local government and compare them with other forms available under the laws of the State of Montana.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
U.S., Canada strike tentative deal for Columbia River Treaty
The proposed 20-year deal would update an agreement that’s managed the Columbia River and its hydropower dams since it was ratified in 1964.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Fire season expected to ramp up with hot, dry conditions
According to the National Weather Service, south Lincoln County is expected to see daytime high temperatures at 100 or higher through Sunday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
US, Canada reach deal to renew Columbia River Treaty
After years of negotiations, the United States and Canada have reached a tentative agreement renewing the Columbia River Treaty.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
US, Canada reach deal to renew Columbia River Treaty
After years of negotiations, the United States and Canada have reached a tentative agreement renewing the Columbia River Treaty.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Local officials preach caution for area boaters, swimmers
Short asked those recreating on or near the river to stay back from the edge of the river and watch where they step.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Former Libby woman gets prison time after probation miscues
The devilish effects of methamphetamine addiction have led to...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Lincoln County seeks money from defendant in animal cruelty case to pay for dogs’ care
Lincoln County authorities are attempting to recoup costs it has incurred while taking care of 11 dogs that were taken from a man facing felony animal cruelty charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County seeks $ from defendant to pay for dogs’ care
Aver, who is representing himself in the animal cruelty case, said he loved Berger’s...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County commissioners hear proposals for J. Neils bull
Libby resident Dave Harman attempted to make his case...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Two Libby residents accused of dognapping from animal shelter
Two Libby residents are facing charges after allegedly breaking into the county animal shelter and stealing a dog.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby teen, LOR gives Jerry Dean Park a helping hand
But Noble decided the trash and litter that was left...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Heat wave coming, officials urge careful recreation
The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat watch next Tuesday and Wednesday in the Kootenai/Cabinet and Lower Clark Fork regions.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Two Libby residents accused of dog napping from animal shelter
The employee also showed Smith an empty kennel where a dog named “Shep”...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby man jailed following alleged road rage incident
According to a report by county sheriff’s deputy James Derryberry, Swartzenberger used a 2008 GMC Sierra pickup...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby man accused of assaulting wife
He was arrested by Libby police officer Don Luthey following an...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Troy excited to host annual Fourth of July celebration
The celebration will include the traditional fireworks display, parade and car show.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Man gets suspended sentence in DUI homicide case
Lefell was sentenced June 6 by District Judge Matt Cuffe to two six-year suspended terms, to be served consecutively.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Searchers recover missing woman's body from Kootenai River
Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short told The Western News searchers found the...
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Searchers recover missing woman's body from Kootenai River
Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short told The Western News searchers found the...
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Searchers recover missing woman's body from Kootenai River
Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short told The Western News searchers found the...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Searchers find missing kayaker's body in Kootenai River
The search for a woman missing in the Kootenai River near Libby came to a sad ending Sunday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Searchers find missing kayaker's body in Kootenai River
The search for a woman missing in the Kootenai River near Libby came to a sad ending Sunday morning.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search continues for woman missing in Kootenai River
Members of David Thompson Search and Rescue searched the river and its banks a few miles below the China Rapids section...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search crews scour Kootenai River for missing kayaker
Search teams continued to look Saturday for a missing woman who disappeared while kayaking the Kootenai River in Northwest Montana earlier in the week.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search crews scour Kootenai River for missing kayaker
Search teams continued to look Saturday for a missing woman who disappeared while kayaking the Kootenai River in Northwest Montana earlier in the week.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search crews scour Kootenai River for missing kayaker
Search teams continued to look Saturday for a missing woman who disappeared while kayaking the Kootenai River in Northwest Montana earlier in the week.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Search crews scour Kootenai River for missing kayaker
Search teams continued to look Saturday for a missing woman who disappeared while kayaking the Kootenai River in Northwest Montana earlier in the week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Troy man accused of threatening officers, harassing 911 dispatchers
Savage was most recently in district court June 17...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Local vandalism spurs use of more surveillance cameras
Vandalism is not a new problem in south Lincoln County, but what can be done when first graders are engaging in destructive behavior?
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Loggers gear up for stretch run with third at Big Bucks tourney
“We’ll play a lot of conference games to the end and hopefully we can rack up some wins and make some noise at districts,” Morford said.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Authorities search for missing woman in Kootenai River
A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and the damaged kayak and other property were recovered below Kootenai Falls.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Authorities search for missing woman in Kootenai River
A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and the damaged kayak and other property were recovered below Kootenai Falls.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Authorities in Lincoln County searching Kootenai River for missing woman
Authorities in Lincoln County are searching the Kootenai River for a missing kayaker.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Authorities search for missing woman in Kootenai River
A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and the damaged kayak and other property were recovered below Kootenai Falls.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Authorities search for missing woman in Kootenai River
A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and the damaged kayak and other property were recovered below Kootenai Falls.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby man dies of injuries in traffic accident
A Libby man who was involved in a traffic accident on June 8 has died.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Not guilty pleas by Libby man accused of assaulting infant son
According to the affidavit of probable cause filed by county Attorney Marcia Boris...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Eureka man sentenced for magic mushroom possession
Shelton initially pleaded not guilty, but later changed his plea...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County seeks new provider for wayward pets
At the June 12 commissioners meeting, Health Department Director Kathi Hooper said the Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter was ending its $50,000 contract with the county...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Washington man blames wife’s radiation for alleged drug use
Jeremy A. Gustavel, 50, of Everett pleaded not guilty to the offense while...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Libby man faces second child endangerment charge
Deputy Brandon Huff got the call at nearly 10 p.m. May 22 for a crash with injuries on Swede Mountain...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City OKs street closure for businesses' anniversary celebrations
Kristin Smith offered a draft job description for a community development director...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Troy man plans to appeal sentence for killing grizzly
A Troy man who pleaded guilty to charges related to the killing of a grizzly bear and was sentenced last week said he plans to appeal.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Troy man plans to appeal prison sentence in grizzly killing incident
According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Pearson was sentenced on Tuesday, June 11, to two months in prison and fined $10,000, by U.S. District Judge Donald W. Molloy.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Crossing the dam: Wings 2024 Motorcycle Fun Run
For the first time since Sept. 11, 2001, public vehicle traffic was allowed to cross the Libby Dam.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Millpond hosting annual motocross races Saturday
Gates open at 11 a.m. with practice at 1:30 p.m. Racing is underway at 3:30 p.m. There will be concessions and a beer garden.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Libby man accused of assaulting infant son
Payne made his initial court appearance on May 28...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Birds of prey enthrall local nature lovers
Janie Veltkamp opened Birds of Prey Northwest and celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Wildfire season arrives in northwest Montana
The Pine Creek Fire, caused when a tree fell on a powerline, is located on the Three Rivers Ranger District, northwest of Troy in the Yaak Hill area.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Libby Community Thrift store in search of a new home
Libby Community Thrift’s giving is not insignificant. Since 2003, when they moved to their current location on Utah Avenue behind Rosita’s Mexican Food, the donations total about $174,000.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Troy woman pleads not guilty to attempted homicide
Helen Katherine Palmer faces four charges, including...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Injuries reported in two-vehicle wreck on U.S. 2
One injured person was flown...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Last day horse ride to school
Can a ride on a horse really be beat?
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Woman pleads, man still faces felony theft charge
Eryn Christine Jenkins, 45, was charged with one...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO
Republican voters in Lincoln County drop incumbent commissioner Josh Letcher
Lincoln County voters denied District 3 Commissioner Josh Letcher a second term and also voted down an initiative to create an independent library district in Tuesday’s primary election.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Life sentence given to man convicted for running down trooper
Life without parole was the sentence Flathead County District Court Judge Danni Coffman delivered to Jason Allen Miller on Wednesday afternoon in the Lincoln County Courthouse.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Life sentence given to man convicted for running down trooper
Life without parole was the sentence Flathead County District Court Judge Danni Coffman delivered to Jason Allen Miller on Wednesday afternoon in the Lincoln County Courthouse.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
County library district initiative fails; voters pick Duram over Letcher
Duram will be opposed in the general election by Democrat Doug Davies and Independent Brian Phillips.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Eureka man sentenced on drug possession charge
Pearson, 54, initially faced several charges, including felony possession with the intent to distribute...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Miller gets life in prison for running over Trooper Johnson
Johnson’s wife, Kate, also an MHP officer, gave heart-wrenching testimony about her husband’s injuries and their effects that left many in the courtroom sobbing in anguish during a victim impact statement.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Cannabidiol oil firm execs accused of operating Ponzi scheme
Hopes were high in Lincoln County when a Texas hemp processing facility came to the state five years ago with big promises of new jobs and big money for investors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Isotex executives charged with running Ponzi scheme, fraud
Today, four of the men involved in Isotex Health, including two practicing attorneys, stand accused of running a Ponzi scheme and defrauding investors, farmers and the State of Montana of more than $6 million.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Greenchain wrestler Erickson signs with MSU Northern
Erickson had a stellar 2023-24 season in which he won 40 matches and claimed a state medal after placing sixth in the 138-pound weight class.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby man charged after being found nude on highway
The substance field tested positive for meth and fentanyl, according to the officer.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Former election administrator sues Lincoln County, alleging wrongful termination
Lincoln County’s former election administrator has filed a lawsuit against the county alleging wrongful termination.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby Loggers have three medalists at state track and field
Sophomore Tristan Andersen was a double medalist. He was second in the high jump with a top leap of six feet and fifth in the javelin with a personal-best throw of 167 feet.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby remembers its fallen vets at Memorial Day ceremony
It was the 10th anniversary of the dedication of the Veterans Memorial.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby band instructor Boone headed home to Kentucky
Boone has led the music program since 2020. Only a new opportunity in his hometown in Kentucky is luring he and his young family back to the East Coast.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Voters will make their choice on library district
Voters may drop off their ballot at a secure drop location on Election Day, including at Troy Dispatch, Eureka Dispatch, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Lobby or at the Election Center in Libby.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby's Ryan Beagle is good as gold
Beagle placed third at state in his freshman and sophomore years, but he was determined to reach the top this season.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Trooper's family accuses of county commissioner of improper actions
Tpr. Lewis Johnson was struck by a pickup truck driven by 42-year-old Jason Allen Miller on Feb. 16, 2023, on a forest road in north Lincoln County near Koocanusa Dam.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
County library officials make last pitch for new district
If voters approve an independent district, the previously voter-approved 3.49 mills would cease to exist.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Libby educator’s welding students a memorable group
Working with the welding professionals at Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell for the last decade has been a major boon.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Libby's Heritage Museum celebrates opening day 2024
The museum is open for the season through Sept. 30 on Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Admission is by donation.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Troy woman accused of running over man with kids present
Dispatch said a female driver allegedly hit the man and was standing over him.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Beagle wins divisional tennis title; seeks state gold
Beagle, a junior, will get another crack at the gold beginning Thursday in Kalispell at Flathead Valley Community College where the state tournament is being held this year.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Eureka man admits guilt in shooting death of father
According to court documents and testimony in Monday’s hearing, the argument began when the younger Sauls confronted John over rumors he heard about his dad being “sexually inappropriate with my sister.”
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Former Libby man faces hefty restitution bill in theft cases
The first alleged incident occurred on March 4, 2023, when a woman called to report a theft from...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Power outage no match for Troy softball, baseball teams
When the first inning was over, Troy led 12-7 and never looked back...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Troy's Nolan Morris wins twice at 7B District Meet
Morris had wins of more than three seconds in each of the...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Libby man headed to Deer Lodge on sex assault conviction
Robert William Emerick, 34, formerly of Anaconda...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Libby approves water, sewer rate increases
City officials have argued for the increases to maintain and replace old and aging infrastructure, including water lines and at the sewage treatment plant.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Libby tennis ends regular season with Ronan sweep
Divisional play began at Flathead Valley Community College on Monday and wraps up Wednesday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO
Libby Care Center celebrates World War II vet's 102 birthday
Thursday, May 2 was a special day at the Libby Care Center of Cascadia when World War II veteran Don Engel celebrated his 102nd birthday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby Care Center hosts 102nd birthday party for Montana WW II veteran
Engel was a career military man who rose to the rank of Major before retiring from the U.S. Air Force.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Zimmerman, Delmas and Benjamin claim Libby School trustee seats
In Troy, incumbent Carol Parsons grabbed one of two seats with 490 votes. Mark Radzwion won the other seat with 358 votes.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
LOR hosting volunteer drive Saturday at Memorial Center
Prospective volunteers will be able to meet with local non-profit and community groups in an effort to match their skills with similar opportunities.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Two Flathead residents accused of fentanyl trafficking
Cheryl Esther Eslami, 44, of Kalispell, and Daniel Scott Broesel, 42, of Kalispell, each face felony charges following...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Johnston leads Sun Devils to PAC-12 golf team title
Johnston had a slow start with a plus-5 in the first five holes, but...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby man accused of burglary
According to the charging document, Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputy...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby Logger softball celebrates Senior Night
The group included Paislee MacDonald, Lyndee McElmurry, Mylie Rayome, Jossalyn White, Aleesha Bradeen and Jaycee Wilson.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Library officials hosting informational meetings on district formation
Library officials are encouraging the public to attend and learn more about library districts, standards and other essential things that allow the library to operate.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby Loggers tennis stays busy in Western A action
Most recently, Libby hosted Columbia Falls at home. The girls won 5-2 while the boys tied 3-3.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby man gets prison time for assaulting woman
After first pleading not guilty to the offenses on Jan. 29, Eroh pleaded guilty to...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Deferred sentence for Libby man accused of drug offense
Sheasby pleaded guilty on March 18 to possession of methamphetamine. The other charges were dropped.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Troy man gets suspended sentence for drug possession
Rebo, who received credit for spending 119 days in the Lincoln County Detention Center...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Antler hunter kills griz near Wolf Creek; officials preach bear awareness
After seeing a fresh grizzly bear track in a snow patch, he continued along his path and a few minutes later he first saw the bear standing near the top of the ridge about 20 yards away.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Libby remembers former police chief who gave his life in line of duty
Bockman was the Chief of Police in Libby at the time and he was called out after a worker with the Great Northern Railway...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Libby boys track and field team wins county meet
In the boys meet, Libby’s Tristan Andersen had another dominant day...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Curry no longer part of group seeking to redevelop old Libby High School
The collapsed section of the roof and bowed-out wall on the Memorial Center side of the building are also scheduled for repair this year.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
More fur flies in Lower Yaak Zoning District discussion
Many are concerned about the precedence that could be set if a zoning district is established.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
School trustee ballots due in county election office May 7
The elections are mail-in only. Ballots must be returned to the county Election Office by 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 7.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Incident at park lands Washington man in jail
County dispatch told Brabo that a drunk and disorderly man was yelling profanities...
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Lincoln Co. resident dies in structure fire
Fire crews from Lincoln County Rural Fire District 1 responded to a small home off MK Road a little before 4:30 p.m.
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Lincoln Co. participating in annual drug take back day
Locally, prescription drugs may be dropped off at the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office on California Avenue in Libby or at the Law Enforcement Center in Eureka.
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Libby softball endures three-game losing streak
Libby owns wins against Eureka, Ronan (19-18) and Browning (27-0) on April 13.
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Beagle, Andersen win titles at Libby Tennis Invitational
More than 100 players from Troy, Ronan, Whitefish, Cut Bank, Bigfork, Loyola, Stevensville, Columbia Falls joined the Loggers at the Community Courts April 19-20.
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Tester's Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act brings $4 million to Lincoln Co.
Funding for the Secure Rural Schools program comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and will be delivered...
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Eureka man accused of burglary, theft spree pleads not guilty
According to charging documents filed in the case, Lee is facing three felony counts of burglary, three felony counts of theft of a light vehicle...
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Lincoln County jury finds Montana Highway Patrol trooper's assailant guilty on all counts
A Lincoln County jury found the Eureka man accused of trying to kill Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Lewis Johnson in 2023 guilty on all counts Friday afternoon.
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Lincoln County jury finds Montana Highway Patrol trooper's assailant guilty on all counts
A Lincoln County jury found the Eureka man accused of trying to kill Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Lewis Johnson in 2023 guilty on all counts Friday afternoon.
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Man found guilty of trying to kill state trooper
Miller is facing the potential of serving the rest...
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Construction company owner charged with defrauding Libby firm enters plea
Lincoln County authorities allege Tobiness failed to pay a local contractor more than $200,000 in invoices for work it had done through the end of October 2023.
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City officials back down on water, sewer rate increase
City Administrator Sam Sikes, Mayor Peggy Williams and city councilors have caught a lot of flak for the rate increase plan it put forth at a March 4 council meeting.
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Jurors hear trial testimony of state trooper run over by Eureka man
Tpr. Lewis Johnson suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident near Rexford and is still recovering after returning home to Chester, Montana in October 2023.
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Deferred sentence for Yaak man accused of kidnapping, assault with weapon
Cuffe said probation officers indicated O'Day was a low risk of offending.
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Trial of man accused of running down Montana Highway Patrol trooper underway in Libby
The trial of a Lincoln County man accused of running over a Montana Highway Patrol trooper during a law enforcement pursuit more than a year ago is underway in Libby.
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Bigfork boys finish first at Libby Invite
The Bigfork boys track and field team won the Libby Invitational with 117 points Saturday at Loggers Stadium.
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Time running out for Montana legislators to override pot tax veto
Only a few days remain before legislators must submit their mail poll by 5 p.m. Thursday, April 18.
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Andersen paces Libby Loggers at track and field invitational
Andersen won the javelin with a throw of...
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County commissioners OK cost of living pay increases
The county received a total of $12 million in federal money from the Local Consistency and Tribal Fund in fiscal years 2022 and 2023. Some of the money from it was used to help balance this year’s budget. Hammons said the hope for the rest of the money is to …
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Eureka man accused of burglary, theft spree in north Lincoln Co.
According to charging documents filed in the case, Lee is facing three felony counts of burglary and three felony counts of theft.
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No support for sewer, water rate increase in Libby
Business owners, landlords and renters shared their concerns passionately with city councilors, Mayor Peggy Williams and City Administrator Sam Sikes.
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Libby man pleads guilty to meth possession; woman faces trial
Sheasby initially pleaded not guilty, but on March 18, he pleaded guilty to possession of meth. The other charges were dropped as part of a plea deal between Sheasby's attorney S. Charles Sprinkle and county Attorney Marcia Boris.
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Eureka man gets suspended sentence on drug charge
Shane Michael Coursey, 56, was first accused of possessing fentanyl, methamphetamine and Xanax after...
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Man jailed after pointing AR-15 at Troy residents
According to charging documents, Frederick blamed his wife for being unfaithful to him as the reason for his actions.
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Libby man accused of fraud pleads not guilty
Benjamin R. Swanson, 38, is accused of three felonies, including two counts of exploitation of an incapacitated person or vulnerable adult, and theft by embezzlement.
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City officials feel justified in seeking water, sewer rate increase
City officials will hold a public hearing in council chambers at the city building at 7 p.m. Monday, April 8. The hearing will give Libby utility customers to hear the city’s recommended changes.
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Local, federal crews prevent pile fire from destroying local homes
The fire spread behind and around one side of the man’s house, which had an attached garage. The fire climbed a pine tree next to the garage and lit some pine needles on the metal roof.
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Troy man pleads guilty to drug possession
Jesse David Rebo, 42, was charged with felony...
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Highway projects planned in south Lincoln Co.
According to information from the agency, it and construction partner Thompson Contracting will be clearing rock from the recent rockslide on a portion of Highway 37 in the Libby Dam area.
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Libby Loggers softball enjoys home-opening win over Eureka
In the circle, Paislee MacDonald struck out nine Lady Lions, walked just one and allowed only two runs on three hits.
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Troy woman sentenced on animal cruelty charge
She was ordered to pay a total of $1,085 in fines and fees and she is prohibited from owning or possessing any animals.
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Fraud schemes target older Montanans
The victims of fraud fall into no particular category, age or educational background, but those over the age of 60 are most vulnerable.
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Libby man facing federal charges for alleged drug dealing
Scott Gilbert Apgar, 41, was arraigned on...
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Young and old performers bring musical "Annie" to Libby
Director Brooke Williams shared her thoughts in the musical’s program about how the production came together...
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Dog set afire in Troy now battling cancer
The Pet Connection Rescue Sanctuary in Libby launched a fundraiser on March 17 to help pay for his treatments.
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Butte construction company owner charged with defrauding Libby firm
Lincoln County authorities allege Tobiness failed to pay a local contractor more than $200,000 in invoices for work it had done through the end of October 2023.
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Dog set afire in Troy now battling cancer
The Pet Connection Rescue Sanctuary in Libby launched a fundraiser on March 17 to help pay for his treatments.
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Trial will go forward for man accused of running over Montana trooper
Tpr. Lewis Johnson suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident near Rexford and is still recovering after returning home to Chester, Montana in October 2023.
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Registration open for RMEF World Elk Calling Championships in Big Sky
The competition, presented by Sportsman’s Warehouse, takes place on Saturday, June 15 in Big Sky, Montana, with more than $45,000 in cash and prizes going to top finishers.
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Libby man pleads guilty to assaulting girlfriend
She said Eroh grabbed her hair and pushed her face into a pillow on the bed she was sitting on. She said he held her down for a couple seconds, blocking the airflow into her nose and mouth.
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Deferred sentence for Yaak man who assaulted woman
Cuffe said statements by Manheim’s family members indicated concerns and worry that the defendant didn’t understand the gravity of the situation.
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Winter weather expected to return to region
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory across northwest Montana with snow and cold temperatures expected to possibly affect road conditions.
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New deadline to enroll kids in Libby Public pre-school
Due to changes at the state level, open enrollment begins April 1 and must be completed by June 30.
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Spring sports begin for south Lincoln Co. squads
The Libby boys and girls tennis squads are scheduled to be in Polson at 9 a.m. Friday to take on the Pirates. Matches with Hamilton will follow at about 11 a.m.
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Application deadline for deer and elk permits is April 1
Some changes to regulations in effect; new license year began March 1.
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Libby man accused of cheating elderly Troy woman out of thousands
According to court documents, Swanson made hundreds of transactions totaling $87,620.89 in a span of 2 1/2-years between Nov. 1, 2019 and May 17, 2022.
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Voters to decide fate of Lincoln County Library system
Voters in Lincoln County will decide the fate of its three libraries in June.
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Family of Troy residents killed in DUI homicide oppose plea deal
Local attorney Amy Guth said the family of the men will oppose the terms of the deal between Polan Wright and Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris. It calls for a six-year suspended sentence.
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State officials sound alarm on tax season, investor scams
The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance is hosting 16 investor protection events in western Montana this month, including one in Libby at the Senior Center from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28.
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Dist. 3 commissioner, clerk and recorder seats up for grabs
There are four candidates seeking the District 3 county Commissioner seat. Two Republicans, one Democrat and one Independent filed to run for the six-year term.
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Libby officials propose water, sewage rate increases
City officials will hold a public hearing in council chambers at the city building at 7 p.m. Monday, April 8. The hearing will give Libby utility customers to hear the city’s recommended changes.
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Love selected as Libby Schools Employee of Year
Love, who announced his retirement from the school at the March 4 board meeting, came to Libby Schools in 2012, according to Superintendent Ron Goodman.
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Lincoln Co. voters will decide fate of county library system
The county library system was formed nearly 104 years ago and supported by county property owners.
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City rejects developers' money requests; debate continues over spending
Councilor Hugh Taylor made the initial motion to deny the requests and Ian Smith seconded it. Councilors Melissa Berke and Gary Beach joined Taylor and Smith in voting against giving the developers the money.
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Libby man accused in police chase sentenced
Izack Thomas Howe, 18, was charged with two felony counts of criminal endangerment...
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Libby man accused of strangling woman
Silas C. Behee, 36, is charged with felony strangulation of a partner or family member.
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City approves street closures for upcoming events
The headliner of the three events - the 2024 Ignite the Nites car show - is scheduled for Aug. 16-17.
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Libby woman sentenced on drug charge; enters treatment court
Salli Suzanne Bosma, 39, received a 10-year suspended sentence from Judge Matt Cuffe after pleading guilty...
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Libby woman charged in incident involving teens at high school
The case began when a woman and her son came to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 18 and alleged that Green threatened the teen earlier that day in the parking lot of the school.
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Advocates speak as county commissioners ponder library system future
The commissioners will hold a final meeting at 11 a.m. Monday, March 11 and accept public comment before deciding if they’ll put it on the ballot.
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New charge for Washington man accused of indecent exposure
Brown had another felony case filed against him recently for an assault in the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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Man accused of Gravel Pit Fire still waiting on mental health evaluation
According to charging documents, Eutsler previously lived in Williamstown, New Jersey. But he was described as living in his van at the time of the offense.
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Suspect in Libby police chase appears in court
Covey is being held in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $2.5 million bail.
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County changes course for replacing hot water boilers
Lincoln County Maintenance Director Joe Nagle brought the matter of the leaking hot water boiler, installed in 1978, to the commissioners on Feb. 7.
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Rexford man killed in fatal U.S. 93 wreck near Trego
A 56-year-old Rexford man died following a traffic accident on U.S. 93 in Lincoln County near Trego on Monday morning.
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Rexford man killed in U.S. 93 wreck near Trego
A 56-year-old Rexford man died following a traffic accident on U.S. 93 in Lincoln County near Trego on Monday morning.
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County library officials plead their case for system support
“Our attendance levels are getting back to pre-Covid levels,” she said. “We had more than 50,000 visitors to our three libraries in 2023, so we believe we are a vital part of the community,” Ramirez said.
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Libby's last 3-time champ, JR Rebo, happy to get company at the top
Rebo, who is sixth on the all-time wins list with 126, said he was able to coach DeShazer a little bit in middle school.
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Man sentenced for role in Troy restaurant arson, burglary
District Judge Matt Cuffe agreed to waive more than $800 in fines and court fees, but Haughton still must pay $18,711.50 in restitution.
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Libby man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting girl
Emerick must undergo a psycho-sexual evaluation before he is sentenced.
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Libby VFD continues its dedication to community
The department’s members spent more than 3,500 hours in skills, classroom training and responding to calls, including fires, traffic accidents and medical emergency calls.
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Libby's Jace DeShazer leaves a legacy of excellence
“He’s left a great legacy and it’ll carry on for a long time,” said Greenchain head coach Dean Thompson. “We’re really gonna miss his leadership and I’ll miss him a lot because he’s such a fun kid to be around. You can joke with him, but when he needs to …
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State inmate involved in 2021 shooting sues Lincoln County
Tristan Kirk Assance, 35, filed the suit against the county on Jan. 11 in federal court in Missoula.
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Libby councilors not ready to commit to fund spending
Many of the current councilors shared their thoughts on what the fund money, about $1.5 million, should be used for.
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Former Libby boat shop owner faces theft charges
According to the charging document filed by Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris, the various alleged incidents in a span of more than five years, from 2018 to 2023.
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Man sentenced for fraudulent use of credit card
Deuel pleaded guilty to theft on Monday, Dec. 11, in District Court. He will owe $9,780.22 in restitution.
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Libby’s “Herd of Nerds” continues upward trend in robotics competition
The team had its first season of competition a year ago and it enjoyed a dramatic improvement at the state meet in Bozeman earlier this month.
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State inmate involved in 2021 shooting sues Lincoln County
Tristan Kirk Assance, 35, filed the suit against the county on Jan. 11 in federal court in Missoula.
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Troy man enters plea on drug, fleeing charges
Rebo is lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $25,000 bail.
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Washington man sentenced for burglary conviction
Kaya apologized and asked forgiveness and said he had written a letter of apology to the victims.
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Man accused of exposing himself on train pleads not guilty
Mallory Nehemiah Brown, of Auburn, Washington is being held on $150,000 bail.
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Libby council will consider developer's $ requests at tonight's meeting
But during Tuesday’s nearly hour-long meeting, the discussion involved how much Libby Lofts and The Friends of Historic Hotel Libby should receive as well as revising a policy set in 2017.
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Troy man pleads guilty to involvement in grizzling killing
Pearson will be sentenced on June 6.
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Lincoln County Community Foundation awards grants
The foundation has been granting awards to non-profits in Lincoln County since 2000. The foundation has awarded more than $250,000 in that time.
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Voters will decide on local government review
The resolutions call for elections where voters will decide if the municipalities will conduct a local government review.
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Gesture of sportsmanship lifts Libby's Freese
While the girls squad also celebrated Senior Night along with the pep band and cheer team, senior Ashley Freese made it on to the court.
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DeShazer ties all-time Libby wins mark; Erickson wins first state medal
DeShazer’s undefeated campaign was the first of his varsity career and he owns a 154-14 record.
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Former Eureka man accused of indecent exposure
Cody Hosko, 60, of Victor, pleaded not guilty to the felony offense on Jan. 29 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Trojan boys basketball team beats Alberton
They included, from the girls squad, Sarah Rogers, and from the boys team, Derek Cole, Rowyn Shupe, Nathin Sentell and Braxton Yeadon.
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Kootenai Forest officials accepting comment on forestry project
The proposed 3,000-acre forest project near Eureka is in the Glen Lake, Sinclair Creek and Ksanka foothills areas.
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Arrest warrant issued for Libby fraud suspect
William Hoyle Beck, 43, is facing three counts of forgery, including two felonies. Beck was scheduled to be arraigned on the charges on Jan. 29 in Lincoln County District Court. But he didn’t appear.
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Ski festival caps Kootenai Outdoor Adventure winter program
Last week, free to students in grades fifth through eighth, wrapped up its 10th year of the winter session at the South Flower Creek Ski area.
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Locals hear plans for old high school renovation
The tour, attended by nearly four dozen invitees on Jan. 31, was put on by some of the developers who are seeking to turn the brick structure into an apartment building in the heart of town.
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State shop burglar gets prison time
District Judge Matt Cuffe gave O'Hara an 8-year term with four years suspended.
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Ex-convict accused of stealing Libby man’s truck
The next morning he went back to the bar to see if any employees had found his keys. It was then he saw his truck was gone.
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City slows process for fund giving to hotel, old high school
The Friends of Historic Hotel Libby’s Gail Burger, who is renovating the Hotel Libby on California Avenue, and the partnership of Libby Lofts, including Zach and Tracy McNew, who hope to renovate the old high school, were seeking money for their respective projects.
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Protest notwithstanding, new county property tax bills are coming
Lincoln County property owners should see the new tax bill in their mail box at the end of March or early April.
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Andersen’s buzzer-beating 3 lifts Loggers over Polson
Andersen’s shot made the Loggers 42-41 winners and ended a 0-8 skid in Northwest A play.
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DeShazer leads 12-man Greenchain contingent to state
The two-time state champion spent 196 seconds on the mat before scoring first period falls in each match.
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Voters likely to decide fate of three county library branches
The county commissioners unanimously approved on Jan. 31 a resolution to form a library district and have it placed on the ballot for the June 4 primary election.
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Libby man accused of assaulting teen girlfriend
She said Eroh grabbed her hair and pushed her face into a pillow on the bed she was sitting on.
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Polson, CFalls register wins over Libby
Madison Vincent hit two 3-pointers and had a game-high 16 points for Libby.
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Troy man in custody following sentencing in DUI homicide
Terren Craig Winebark, 21, received a 6-year...
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Libby’s Grosch a state champ in Speech and Debate
Cash Vaughn took fourth place in Informative Speaking and Baylie Ames claimed fourth in Original Oratory.
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Greenchain wrestlers begin quest for state medals
Wrestling begins at 3 p.m. Friday afternoon and concludes Saturday evening. Qualifiers will advance to the state championships Feb. 9-10 in Billings.
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Libby man sentenced in Russian roulette death
Ball, as he said to an investigator following the shooting, believed he had unloaded his gun during the incident on Memorial Day weekend.
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Loggers fall in second straight game by buzzer beater 3
But Kelch’s shot was the difference after Tyler Andersen’s three-quarter court heave fell short.
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Rough sledding for Libby basketball teams in Northwest A
The Vikings (5-7, 3-3) were hot from behind the 3-point line with seven.
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Plans progress for pedal track in Pioneer Park
Petrusha said the dirt path would take up about one-quarter of the park and be located inside the existing trail. It would be designed for kids between the ages of 5 and 12.
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More details emerge in Lincoln County police chase
Caleb David Covey, 37 is facing multiple felony charges following the hours and miles-long chase throughout...
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Troy man accused of animal cruelty after alleged neglect of dogs
Lincoln County law officers needed to wear special suits and respirators while investigating a case of animal cruelty inside a home allegedly littered with dog feces and urine in a filthy residence near the Idaho border.
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Troy man charged in 2020 grizzly killing
According to federal court documents, Othel Lee Pearson, 80, will enter a voluntary plea of guilty to evidence tampering and failing to report the taking of a grizzly bear, a threatened and protected animal under the Endangered Species Act.
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Libby Loggers Greenchain celebrate Senior Night sweep
The Greenchain hammered Polson, 60-18, and topped Columbia Falls, 39-33.
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Libby City Council backs effort to redevelop historic high school building
Libby City Council agreed last week to endorse an effort by developers to secure a grant to restore and convert the old high school into a an apartment building with community space.
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Troy man charged in 2020 grizzly killing
A Troy man accused of killing a collared grizzly bear on his property over bait more than three years ago has agreed to plead guilty to charges related to the alleged incident.
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Developers have big plans for old high school
The corporation is applying for a National Historic Preservation Grant from the state of Montana for $650,000 to restore the exterior of the old building as well as replace and refurbish windows and fix the roof. If the grant is secured, the developers must supply a 20% match.
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Candidates begin to file for county, school trustee seats
Doug Davies has filed to run for the District 3 county Commissioner seat. Davies is currently a Eureka City Council member. Davies will be opposed by incumbent Josh Letcher, who has held the seat since he was elected in 2018. Letcher said he will soon file to run.
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Libby woman pleads not guilty to child endangerment
In Hauke’s probable cause statement, he wrote that Orsborn is in an intimate relationship with a 31-year-old man and they live in the same home with their 1-year-old child.
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Accused arsonist headed to Warm Springs for mental health evaluation
His attorney, public defender Ben Kolter, requested the evaluation to determine if he is able to assist and aid in his defense against two felony charges of arson.
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Deferred sentence for Libby woman accused of witness tampering
Dedrick was first charged with...
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Washington state man accused of exposing himself on train
Mallory N. Brown, of Auburn, Washington is being held on $150,000 bail following the alleged Jan. 9 incident.
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Lincoln Co. first responders battle bad weather while serving the community
Libby Volunteer Fire Department crews battled a structure fire Saturday night while enduring temperatures 20 degrees below zero.
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Troy man charged after alleged drug buy, police chase
Rebo is lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $25,000 bail.
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Eureka man accused of drug trafficking
According to the probable cause statement by county Deputy Clint Heintz, he was on patrol when he saw...
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Libby residents accused of meth trafficking plead not guilty
The other defendant, 32-year-old Trevar Alee Sheasby, is accused of criminal distribution of dangerous drugs, or in the alternative, criminal possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Troy man hospitalized after police chase ends in Idaho
Covey's past includes two run-ins with law officers dating back to 2015. He was arrested on April 23, 2015, following a domestic disturbance at his home. A plea deal where two counts of assaulting a peace officer were dropped in exchange for a guilty plea to two counts of misdemeanor …
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Troy man in critical condition after leading authorities on chase
A Troy man with a troubled past is in an Idaho hospital after a police chase Saturday evening that involved authorities from multiple jurisdictions before ending just over the Montana-Idaho border.
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State investigating complaint against Libby Police officer
State investigators are looking into a complaint against a Libby Police officer.
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Libby man gets deferred sentence for striking another with truck
Christopher Phillip Vanhoose, 43, was first charged with two felonies, assault with a weapon and criminal endangerment.
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Libby hoops teams fall to Bigfork, Ronan
At Bigfork on Jan. 4, the Loggers led by as many as nine points in the third quarter, but the Vikings rallied to force overtime where they won, 58-54.
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State investigating complaint against Libby police officer
While none of the agencies specified what the investigation was about, the DCI’s Investigation Bureau provides direct assistance in a broad range of criminal investigations...
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More snow, bitter cold expected at end of week
But the most notable change in the weather will be a drastic change in the temperature with predicted highs below or at 0 degrees from Friday through Sunday.
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Efforts in Lincoln County to reduce Montana 37 speed limit bear fruit
Efforts by a group of Lincoln County residents and the county commissioners to lower the speed limit on Montana 37 have proven fruitful.
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County property owners will soon see new tax bills
The bill, which is expected to arrive in February or March, is the result of 49 Montana counties losing a battle with the state over how many mills it could levy.
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Jail inmate suffers possible overdose after drug smuggling
According to Deputy Holzer, he was contacted on Dec. 19 by Lincoln County Dispatch about a possible drug overdose in the county jail. An ambulance arrived to remove a woman that was in distress and was struggling physically with some type of overdose.
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Libby man accused of fentanyl possession
Nickolaus J. Edwards, 40, was charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of dangerous drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor.
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County efforts to reduce MT 37 speed limit bear fruit
New speed limit signs were installed by Montana Department of Transportation workers in the last few weeks.
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Arrest warrant filed for county man accused of terrorizing ex-wife, dad
Heil was to be sentenced Wednesday, but his current attorney, William Managhan, said Heil was in a homeless shelter in Boise, Idaho, and was unable to join the hearing remotely.
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Trego man pleads to firing gun at women, children
Richards was involved in a similar case in 1999 when he was charged with felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor assault.
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Libby woman accused of endangering baby, meth possession
The case began just after midnight Saturday, Dec. 16, when county Sheriff’s Office Deputy Luke Hauke responded to a home on Kootenai River Road.
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Corvallis sweeps Libby in varsity basketball action
Madison Vincent led Libby with 16 points, including a trio of 3-pointers.
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Large animal vet in Heron now serving region
Dr. George White has been a veterinarian for nearly half a century and he will now be operating out of his clinic in Heron on a full-time basis.
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Hamilton's 3-point shooting sends Loggers to defeat
Tyler Andersen scored 13 of his 19 points in the first half while Ryan Beagle scored six of his 10, but the Broncs got dialed in from long distance after the first quarter and led 34-20 at the half.
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Troy man gets jail time for reckless driving near first responders
Justice Court Judge Jay C. Sheffield ordered that Whipple serve 30 days with 335 days suspended.
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Libby students show their gratitude to the community
Among the many things students did was making and donating several blankets to the women’s shelter, delivering 80 pairs of socks to the Libby Care Center...
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Libby students show their gratitude to the community
Among the many things students did was making and donating several blankets to the women’s shelter, delivering 80 pairs of socks to the Libby Care Center...
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Slow start dooms Lady Loggers against Hamilton
Hamilton led 22-2 in the second quarter before Libby junior Kaydence Stanek grabbed a rebound off a missed free throw and hit a 3-pointer with 1:48 left in the half.
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Libby wrestlers dump Stevi; fall to Ronan
Before the matches, former Libby educator and wrestling coach Todd Schatz was honored. Schatz died Sept. 15 at the age of 60.
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Large animal vet in Heron now serving region
Dr. George White has been a veterinarian for nearly half a century and he will now be operating out of his clinic in Heron on a full-time basis.
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Libby man gets prison time for standoff incident
Chase Austin Butala, 36, who remains in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $100,000 bail, pleaded guilty...
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Lincoln Co. man faces animal cruelty charge
Steven Joseph Davis, 42, was charged with cruelty to animals, failure to provide food and water...
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Libby's new Peace Officer Park a place for all community members
There’s little question that Libby’s newly named ‘Peace Officer Park’ is one of extreme community involvement.
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Marion man pleads guilty to fraudulent credit card use
Deuel pleaded guilty to theft on Monday, Dec. 11, in District Court. He will owe $9,610.22 in restitution. Judge Matt Cuffe set sentencing for Feb. 5, 2024.
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Libby grad named Montana Assistant Principal of the Year
A Libby native has earned high accolades after being named the Montana Assistant High School Principal of the Year.
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Libby woman sentenced for bucket assault
On Monday, she pleaded guilty to an amended charge of misdemeanor partner or family member assault.
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Burglar pleads guilty to state shop theft
O’Hara was also involved in a burglary in 2022 in Lake County.
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Victims of ‘cold hearted con job’ testify of Libby man’s sentencing
Quimby won’t be spending any time in custody though because the sentences are both suspended after a joint recommendation from Deputy County Attorney Jeffrey Zwang and public defender Scott B. Johnson.
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Libby man faces second felony case in 2023
Devine pleaded not guilty to the offense on Dec. 4 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Peace Officer Park a place for all community members
City councilors, after much discussion at two separate meetings, finally decided on the new moniker for the park located next to the city police station on Mineral Avenue at the Nov. 20 meeting.
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Missing Lincoln County man found dead near Huson Peak
Johnnie Lee Hantz, 72, who was reported missing on Nov. 29, was found dead Tuesday by a citizen in the Huson Peak area off Quartz Creek Road, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
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Missing Lincoln County man found dead near Huson Peak
Johnnie Lee Hantz, 72, who was reported missing on Nov. 29, was found dead Tuesday by a citizen in the Huson Peak area off Quartz Creek Road, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
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Missing Lincoln Co. man found dead in Huson Peak area
The caller also reported that the man’s dog, Chester, was alive and took him to the sheriff’s office.
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Suspended sentence for Fortine man who set home on fire
Johnson, who said Huggins is 70% VA disabled...
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Fifth officer joins Libby City Police Department
Seth Power became the department’s fifth officer after he was sworn in by Chief Cody Ercanbrack on Monday, Dec. 4.
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Lincoln Co. man faces animal cruelty charge
Steven Joseph Davis, 42, was charged with cruelty to animals, failure to provide food and water...
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Troy Lady Trojans can't overcome slow start against St. Regis
St. Regis bolted to a 17-0 lead in the first 4:46 of the game. The Lady Tigers led 19-2 after one quarter and 23-4 at halftime.
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Troy Trojans hammer Alberton, fall to St. Regis
The Tigers were dialed in from long distance as they made several 3-point shots in a 57-39 win at the Troy Activity Center.
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Libby grad named Montana Assistant Principal of Year
Kathy Kidder, a 1985 Libby High School graduate, wasn’t expecting it when Rob Watson, the Executive Director of School Administrators of Montana, presented her with a plaque on Nov. 16.
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Battle between citizens, county and Happy’s Inn developers reaches court
District Judge Matt Cuffe heard arguments from attorneys from both sides as the Thompson Chain of Lakes Stewardship Coalition seeks a summary judgement against the county in its hope to stop the construction of a RV park in Happy’s Inn.
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Libby man accused in Russian roulette death pleads no contest
Judge Matt Cuffe set Ball's sentencing for Jan. 29, 2024.
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Libby's DeShazer, Erickson champs at Owen Invitational
DeShazer won the 205-pound weight class after pinning Lake City junior Garrett Leonard in 2:31. As he did in winning a second consecutive state title earlier this year, DeShazer didn’t spend much time on the mat.
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Authorities searching for a missing man in Lincoln County
The search continues for a missing Lincoln County man.
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Idaho man charged with burglary, assault after Yaak incident
Tom Dana Upshaw, 50, of Rathdrum, Idaho is charged with felony burglary...
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County gets debriefing report from election administrator
District 1 Commissioner Brent Teske said the commissioners wanted to hold the session after he said he received quite a few questions from voters about ballot problems and other issues.
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Eureka probationer faces new felony charge
According to the affidavit of probable cause, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cody DeWitt was dispatched to the intersection of Purdy Drive and Sinclair Creek Road, east of Eureka, for a crashed and abandoned vehicle in a private field.
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Troy woman draws state sentence following probation violations
Earlier this year, Williams pleaded guilty to burglary and received a 6-year deferred sentence in March. The other charges were dropped after a plea deal was negotiated.
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Search continues for missing Libby man
According to the county Sheriff's Office, Johnnie Lee Hantz was last seen leaving Libby on Tuesday, Nov. 28.
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Winter weather advisory issued for Kootenai Cabinet region
Mountain passes west of Lincoln County could see significant snowfall through Sunday morning. Forecasters say there is a 90% chance for more than 30 inches at Stevens Pass and a 60% chance of more than 18 inches at Lookout Pass. Hazardous travel is expected on mountain passes from Friday through …
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Troy woman pleads not guilty to animal cruelty
The owner’s concern was that Reid had allegedly abandoned a dog at the property.
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Troy man guilty of DUI homicide returned to jail before release
Winebark was arrested at about 6:10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22 at the Troy Bowling Alley after District Judge Matt Cuffe signed a bench warrant on Nov. 20 for his arrest following a motion by county Attorney Marcia Boris.
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Several Christmas-themed events on tab in south Lincoln Co.
For the next few weeks, there are plenty of events ready to get even Scrooge into the holiday spirit.
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Lincoln Co. Election Office moves operations to courthouse
The only public notification that has been made is a note taped to the door of the elections office that says, “We are currently working in the Clerk and Recorders Office in the Courthouse. If immediate assistance is needed, please call us at 406-283-2302 or 406-283-2304.”
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Man admits to stealing from Libby resident
Henry Mareman Yeadon entered his plea during a hearing on Nov. 6
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County jail drug smuggler gets prison time
Gibson was part of a group of county inmates accused of being involved in a drug smuggling case.
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Trial date pushed back in homicide case involving Eureka man
That was the general thought following a hearing on Nov. 13 in Lincoln County District Court for twenty-five-year-old Joshua Joseph Sauls.
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City OKs new school safety zone; lists parking restrictions for snow plowing
City Streets Supervisor Justin Williams and Chief of Police Cody Ercanbrack did a site visit and came up with a plan for the area.
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Libby community leaders host symposium on homeless issues
Orellano said homeless people in the area were typically transients. But things have changed.
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County office move to Asa Wood could cost $15 million
Arnold provided figures and an estimate of the costs if the county selected the Asa Wood property.
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Eureka man accused of several probation violations
He is also accused of using methamphetamine.
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Yaak man pleads guilty to assaulting wife following pet’s death
The second woman said Manheim took the dog to a shipping container and placed it on a love seat.
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Libby man admits guilt to striking person with truck
According to a probable cause statement by Libby Police Sgt. Ron Buckner, officers responded to the parking lot late in the morning of June 10 after a 911 call reported a man in a blue Toyota pickup struck another man.
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Wintry conditions hamper travel in Libby area
There were multiple accidents on U.S. 2.
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Libby woman in standoff pleads guilty to witness tampering
Her sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 8.
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End of an era for Loggers football as Coach Fuller retires
Fuller has coached scholastic sports since 1985, but the bulk of his time has been in Libby with the Loggers.
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Election concerns still exist, but county OK with process
For county Election Administrator Melanie Howell and her assistant, Sierra Gustin, it was their first time running an election.
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Montana man pleads not guilty to slew of charges
The drug possession charge is a felony while the others are misdemeanors.
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Fisher River Valley Fire seeks county’s help with truck loan
At the time of the purchase the adjustable interest rate was 1.65% In February 2022, the rate was decreased to 1.55%
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Rexford man sentenced in assault of step father
The defendant thanked Cuffe and smiled broadly as he left the courtroom.
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Vietnam veteran Bill Lafrance leads program in Troy
Last Friday, the highly decorated soldier who still has a bullet lodged in his back from the war shared some of those stories with students at the Troy Junior Senior High School during its annual Veterans Day ceremony.
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Water, sewer rates going up in Troy
The increases were approved by city council members at a special meeting on Monday, Nov. 6.
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Libby voters say yes to former police officer Ian Smith
Incumbents Brian Zimmerman and Hugh Taylor were also re-elected. Zimmerman had the highest vote total with 568 while Taylor collected 515.
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Several area Veterans Day events planned in Libby, Troy
There will be an informal ceremony recognizing U.S. military veterans past and present at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Lincoln County Veterans Memorial in Riverfront Park in Libby.
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Two-vehicle accident on U.S. 2
MHP's incident log indicated the accident that occurred shortly before 5 p.m. involved an injury.
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Body of missing Troy woman recovered from Savage Lake
At about 11:10 a.m., Two Bear notified the Sheriff’s Office that a vehicle had been located submerged in Savage Lake, about 82 feet offshore from the boat ramp.
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Body of missing Troy woman recovered from Savage Lake
At about 11:10 a.m., Two Bear notified the Sheriff’s Office that a vehicle had been located submerged in Savage Lake, about 82 feet offshore from the boat ramp.
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Search for missing Troy woman has tragic ending
At about 11:10 a.m., Two Bear notified the Sheriff’s Office that a vehicle had been located submerged in Savage Lake, about 82 feet offshore from the boat ramp.
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City considers plan to improve its image; leaf collection continues
Council voted at the Oct. 16 meeting to work with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry on a program to develop posters and banners for placement in the city.
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Marion man accused of using stolen credit card
Deuel was arraigned on the charges Monday in District Court where he pleaded not guilty.
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FWP hosting meetings on possible hunting reg changes
There are a number of proposed season and quota changes involving elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer in Region 1.
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Libby Elementary School celebrates Red Ribbon Week
Children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don’t.
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Troy man pleads guilty to DUI homicide in death of friend
A Troy man who pleaded guilty to DUI homicide in Lincoln County District Court last week may avoid time behind bars.
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Defendant in Libby standoff pleads guilty
Butala, originally from California, according to a court filing, is scheduled to appear for sentencing on Dec. 18.
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Montana man pleads guilty to possessing meth
He has been locked up in the Lincoln County Detention Center since June 1.
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Another miscue in Lincoln County’s election process
On the county’s Elections home page, a note titled, “Attention Town of Eureka Voters” was posted alerting those receiving absentee ballots that it was incorrect.
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Troy man pleads guilty to DUI homicide in death of friend
Winebark, who appeared with his attorney Sean Hinchey, pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide while under the influence.
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Tuesday is Election Day for county voters
At the county level, registered voters will decide if the county will be able to collect a 3% tax on sales of recreational and medicinal marijuana.
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Libby man pleads guilty to stealing nearly $29,000
But on Oct. 23, Quimby appeared in court to plead to felony theft and check forgery.
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Troy man gets suspended sentence in stabbing case
The case began late on the night of June 5 when Troy Police Officer Travis Miller learned a man had been stabbed on a residence on Missoula Avenue.
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Libby man sentenced in gun disturbance case
But a victim in the case made a written statement that was part of the case file.
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Man convicted of drug crime in Lincoln Co. faces time in state facility
Alexandr Shestak, 54, was originally charged with two felony counts of possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop in the Eureka area in the summer of 2022.
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Libby ex-con gets prison time for drug offense
Hoffman was involved in a police chase on the afternoon of Saturday, July 8, on Farm to Market Road.
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Libby cross country caps record-setting season at state championship
Freshman Cody Watson’s season-best time was 17:12 at the Western A Fall Classic on Oct. 14. Junior Rowen Sherbo’s top time in 2023 was 17:14 at the Whitefish Invitational on Sept. 26.
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County efforts continue in wake of Troy Dispatch dissolution
At Wednesday's county commissioners meeting, they learned they're stuck with a $58,000 tab that resulted, in part, from TAD paying overtime in a futile attempt to keep its dispatch open this year.
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Fortine man pleads guilty to setting dad's home on fire
Huggins, who was freed after posting $100,000 bail, will have to pay restitution.
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Ballot box for Troy area voters will remain in former dispatch center
The ballot box for Troy absentee voters will be maintained in the former office of the now defunct dispatch center.
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Local law enforcement determines school threat wasn't credible
After speaking with the suspect about the information received from the Bonner County deputy, it was determined there was no threat to the schools or the public.
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Ballot box for Troy area voters will remain in former dispatch center
But with word that a video camera would be installed in the former dispatch center, it was decided to maintain the drop box at its current location.
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Snow, cold coming to northwest Montana
Tuesday night and Wednesday may see snow accumulation of about one inch. Tuesday, the snow level is predicted to drop to 2,800 feet.
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Libby Lady Logger volleyball seniors honored
Lyndee McElmurry, Molly Gotham, Mylie Rayome, Addy Gilden-Vincent and Allison Beaty were recognized for their contributions to the program.
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Washington man accused of burglary pleads not guilty
His first appearance in Lincoln County was on Sept. 25 for an extradition hearing on a fugitive complaint in Bonner County, Idaho.
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County approves assessment fee increase for Fisher River Valley Fire
The increase, the first in 15 years, was approved at the Oct. 11 meeting. The commissioners held a public hearing on Sept. 28 at Happy’s Inn.
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Officials ID Washington man who died in U.S. 2 vehicle mishap
England died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while he was on U.S. 2 just east of city limits.
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California man pleads guilty to check forgery
Forty-two-year-old John E. Nieblas, also known as John Eugene Kelton, faces a 10-year prison term.
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Plans move forward for Libby’s smallest park
The tiny green space located between the city police department and Timberline Auto Center on Mineral Avenue isn’t a large park, but councilors have made it a priority.
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Libby woman pleads not guilty to drug possession
Katherine Hoffman Mutrie, 42, is charged with criminal possession of dangerous drugs and obstruction.
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Drought raises concerns for Libby water supply
Libby City Administrator Sam Sikes said the city is completing an engineering report to identify infrastructure upgrades, working with the U.S. Forest Service on hydrology projects and will consider state and federal grants to increase water storage capacity.
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Libby Loggers beat Browning on Senior Night
That the game was played on Friday the 13th seemed fitting with the amount of penalties, turnovers, a fight between the teams and the appearance of law enforcement in the second half.
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Eureka man sentenced for strangling woman
She said Corpman struck her and then tried to strangle her by placing a hand on her throat, applied pressure and pressed down.
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Libby man accused of assaulting family member
According to court documents, Libby Police Chief Cody Ercanbrack was called to an alleged assault at 9 a.m. Sept. 19 in the parking lot at Lee Gehring Field.
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Troy Lady Trojans beat Superior
Troy enjoyed strong play with several aces on the line and also physical play at the net.
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Drought raises concerns for Libby water supply
But weather experts are predicting the drought to persist in the region through the end of the year.
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Washington man accused of several Libby area thefts
Andrew Tyler Watts, 23, of Port Angeles, is charged with a total of six counts of theft, including two felonies and four misdemeanors after a lengthy investigation by officers in the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office.
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Libby cross country runners gearing up for state
Rowen Sherbo was fourth with a time of 17:17 and Cody Watson was eighth with a time of 17:41. Coach Brittany Katzer reported there were also seven runners who achieved their personal bests, including Matteo Gibbs, Eli Moore, Silas Moore, Greysen Thompson, James Redifer, Katelyn Huff and Julianna Shumate.
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Libby Saddle Club hosts season-ending O-Mok-See event
“We had riders as young as 6 and our oldest is Bob Jones, who’s 86,” Freese said.
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Man accused in DUI homicide can appear on video
David Daniel Lefell, 68, is charged with two counts of felony vehicular homicide under the influence.
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City OKs street closure for Halloween trick-or-treat
Councilor Brian Zimmerman suggested moving the barricades up to Lincoln Boulevard, “to make it safer in conjunction with the trunk or treat” event.
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Lincoln County votes to lower school property tax mill collection
At the Oct. 4 commissioners meeting, the vote was unanimous on a resolution to reduce the mill levy from 95 to 77.9 for the 2024 fiscal year.
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Man accused of child sex assault pleads not guilty
He is being held in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $100,000 bail.
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Lincoln County votes to lower school property tax mill collection
At last Wednesday’s commissioners meeting, the vote was unanimous on a resolution to reduce the mill levy from 95 to 77.9 for the 2024 fiscal year.
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City council candidates cover much ground in final debate
Six men running for three, four-year seats gathered at the Maki Theater last Thursday, including incumbents Zach McNew, Hugh Taylor and Brian Zimmerman, as well as challengers Darrel “DC” Orr, Ian Smith and Brad Nelson were at the 90-minute affair along with 14 citizens.
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Libby man gets state sentence for violating probation
Lincoln County District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced Eric Ernest Bohn, 50, to three years on Sept. 20.
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Montana man pleads guilty to smuggling drugs into jail
Gibson was part of a group of county inmates accused of being involved in a drug smuggling case.
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Kootenai campground killer sentenced to state prison
Garry Douglas Seaman, 64, appeared in Lincoln County District Court and received two 60-year concurrent sentences.
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Libby City Council candidates make their cases for office
Most expressed an interest in keeping local government ordinances to a minimum while all expressed an interest in seeing a more united community.
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School official seeks more traffic safety measures
Kootenai Valley Christian School Administrator Tara Niemi said rising enrollment has led to more traffic and concerns for safety at the school, which is located at 1024 Montana Ave.
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Libby's Malyevac fifth at Class A state golf
"Finishing fifth was a great accomplishment also knowing he had beaten the guys ahead of him at earlier tournaments,” Rohrer said.
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Man pleads not guilty in alleged police chase, drug cases
Howe is in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $35,000 bail.
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Northwest Montana Stand Down steps up for its veterans
Twenty-five years later, Erickson is handing his responsibilities to others.
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Kootenai campground killer sentenced to state prison
Garry Douglas Seaman, 64, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Thursday and received two 60-year concurrent sentences.
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Kootenai campground killer sentenced to state prison
Garry Douglas Seaman, 64, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Thursday and received two 60-year concurrent sentences.
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Stimson Lumber owner critical of U.S. Forest Service
Stimson’s mill in Plummer, Idaho, has dropped about two-thirds of its workforce by the end of last week.
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County hosting public hearings on Troy TV District fee; 911 dissolution
A public hearing on the matter is being held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Lincoln County Commissioners meeting.
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Libby woman accused of witness tampering pleads not guilty
According to charging documents, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Deputy Anthony Jenson learned Dedrick had submitted letters from some juvenile witnesses.
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Ex-con accused of bringing fentanyl into Lincoln Co.
Salli Suzanne Bosma, 39, appeared in District Court on Sept. 25 and pleaded...
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Loggers get back to .500 with rout of Butte Central Catholic
Libby (3-3) plays at Columbia Falls Friday night before returning home on Oct. 13 for Senior Night against Browning.
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Stimson Lumber owner critical of U.S. Forest Service
Stimson’s mill in Plummer, Idaho, has dropped about two-thirds of its workforce by the end of last week.
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No AIS detected by inspectors in northwest Montana
Inspectors at the Troy Rest Area station have been particularly busy while performing 5,5 watercraft inspections. That’s fifth in the state.
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Two debates scheduled for Libby City Council candidates
The respective debates will begin each night at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Thursday, Oct. 5.
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Libby man pleads not guilty in bar stabbing case
Part of Reid's release conditions include not possessing any weapons and he is not allowed to use any dangerous drugs or alcohol.
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Koocanusa Krank returns to Lincoln Co.
The Northwest Montana Climbers Coalition worked with the Access Fund, American Alpine Club and the Kootenai National Forest to host the first revival.
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Board votes to dissolve Troy Dispatch Center
After discussion at a Sept. 22 meeting, Troy Area Dispatch Board members John Righter, Heather McDougall and Hank LaSalla voted unanimously to dissolve the Troy Area Dispatch District and permanently transfer dispatch services to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
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Loggers football loses homecoming game to Corvallis
The reeling Loggers have dropped three straight games after a 2-0 start.
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Meth trafficker receives suspended sentence
An agreement between the county Attorney's Office and Hinchey called for a 6-year suspended sentence.
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Board votes to dissolve Troy Dispatch Center
The center has struggled to maintain necessary staffing for quite some time with the county Sheriff’s Office handling calls in the Troy area in the interim.
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Accused rapist returned to county after missing court date
Brickey missed a pre-trial conference on Sept. 5 and District Judge Matt Cuffe issued a warrant for his arrest.
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New police officer joins City of Libby force
Luthey retired from the Ripon Police Department in October 2020 after a 26-year career. Ripon is a small town located between Modesto and Stockton in California.
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Troy Dispatch to discuss dissolution at Friday meeting
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in city council chambers at 301 E. Kootenai Ave.
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Man accused of sexually assaulting teen girl
Robert William Emerick, 34, is charged with one felony count of sexual assault, victim less than 16 years old.
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Libby cross country hosts Wilderness Run
The event, with the Cabinet Mountains as the backdrop, last Saturday proved to be the same and top five finishers also received hand-made medals courtesy of the shop program at Libby Middle High School.
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Fisher River Valley Fire Rescue revises assessment request
The Lincoln County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the matter at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at the fire station at 70 West Camp Road in Happy's Inn. The hearing will allow the public to comment for or against the fee schedule amendment.
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Troy woman accused of animal cruelty
When the officer entered the home, he said he was immediately met by a female Labrador type dog, yellow in color. It appeared to be blind.
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Troy man accused of arson, burglary in R Place fire
Joseph Michael Haughton, 41, is charged with three felonies including two for arson and one for burglary.
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Troy VFW, first responders remember 9/11
Nearly 3,000 people died in the attacks carried out by 19 terrorists from al-Qaeda who hijacked four commercial airplanes and crashed them into the Twin Towers at the World Trade Center in New York City and a third plane into the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.
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Public meeting Sept. 18 for forest management near OU3 site
The purpose of the public meeting is to discuss potential Forest Service fuels and forest management activities on lands encircling the former zonolite mine and OU3.
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Local residents hear county office relocation proposals
Increased parking and convenience for county residents were the main talking points from county employees who made their cases for consolidation.
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Man charged, woman hospitalized after Libby bar stabbing
David Kenneth Reid, 38, is lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center after allegedly stabbing a woman in the Pastime Bar on Mineral Avenue.
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Federal pandemic relief money helps Lincoln County commissioners pass balanced budget
The commissioners had to use the last of the American Rescue Plan Act money it had - $800,000 - to help get to a balanced budget.
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Loggers senior Malyevac wins Libby Invitational
But a 6-under 66 at Cabinet View made him a winner with a two-day total of 141.
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Killer grizzly euthanized near West Yellowstone
One was a 10-year-old female grizzly which killed a woman near West Yellowstone in July.
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ARPA money helps county commissioners pass balanced budget
The commissioners had to use the last of the American Recovery Plan Act money - $800,000 - it had to help get to a balanced budget.
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Yaak man pleads not guilty to kidnapping, assault charges
Jeremy B. O’Day, 46, is also accused of a third felony count.
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Troy man accused of multiple felonies sentenced for burglary
On July 11, Peterson pleaded no contest to burglary in district court in relation to incidents that occurred in March.
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Troy man pleads guilty in knife assault
On Aug. 28, Joshua Miller, 36, pleaded to one felony county of aggravated assault.
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Troy Lady Trojans kick off volleyball season
The Lady Trojans return to action at home on Sept. 14 against Eureka.
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Lady Loggers soccer team wins home-opener
Goals by Madison Vincent, Kaydence Stanak and Capri Farmer in the last 12:34 turned the game into an easy win.
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Loggers 2-0 after beating Polson, 35-26
The Loggers defense forced three turnovers and held Polson to just 13 yards rushing on 21 attempts.
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Libby ex-con pleads guilty to meth possession
Judge Matt Cuffe set Hoffman's sentencing date for Oct. 23. Hoffman remains in the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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County to move ahead with plan for Lower Yaak zoning
The public hearing, held on Aug. 30, lasted nearly two hours and saw comments from several people, some of whom returned to the podium repeatedly to voice their thoughts and opinions.
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Thompson SAR rescues lost hiker
While David Thompson SAR members began a ground search in the China Face area, others waited to hear if Two Bear Air could aid in the search.
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Lincoln County officials see spike in fentanyl deaths
Sheriff Darren Short said in a phone interview with The Western News Friday that he knew of at least five overdose deaths in the county this year.
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Troy, Libby 4-H clubs show well at Lincoln Co. Fair
According to Kara Matthews, of Libby, the auction sales were $469,372.35.
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Archery, upland bird hunting seasons begin this weekend
For more specifics, refer to the regulations book or visit Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks website fwp.mt.gov.
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Three Lincoln Co. boys charged with arson in Haul Road fires
Petitions were filed on Aug. 2 by Lincoln County Deputy Attorney Jeffrey Zwang that the three boys were alleged to be delinquent youths and serious juvenile offenders.
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Grizzly bear killed in self-defense encounter in Whitefish Range
The adult bear charged the individuals and both men shot and killed the bear.
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Lincoln Co. considers moving offices into Asa Wood
Williamson said the consolidation could include offices in the county’s Libby Annex, treatment court, forester and Asbestos Resource Program.
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Officials lift, ease fire restrictions across northwest Montana
The order, which was approved by fire managers and county commissions, took effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday.
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Troy man sentenced for threatening wife
The county Attorney’s Office later determined the shooting was likely justifiable.
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Libby Loggers open season with win over Stevi
DeShazer put the Loggers in front with 7:46 left in the first quarter when he took a short screen pass from Andersen and took it in after some good downfield blocking by his teammates.
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Kootenai National Forest extends public comment on snowmobile plan
This travel plan includes National Forest System lands on the Libby, Cabinet, Three Rivers, Fortine and Rexford Ranger Districts across the forest.
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Libby man accused of child sex assault pleads not guilty
Haflich is being held in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $250,000 bail.
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Darby rallies past Troy Trojans, 50-38
But an injury to quarterback Carson Orr late in the first half helped set the stage for a Tigers rally and a 50-38 win for the visitors.
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Yaak man accused of kidnapping, assault with weapon
The man said O’Day had an AR-style rifle in the truck and kept a hand on it while they drove from his residence near the Montana-Idaho border to a place where O’Day’s wife was staying on Montana Highway 56.
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Kootenai campground killer pleads guilty to homicide, attempted homicide
The woman also testified that Seaman said, “If you have to kill someone, use a shotgun and make sure you kill them, because dead men tell no tales.”
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South Yaak residents seek zoning district
It is mainly in response to the potential development of two subdivisions - the South Yaak and West Pine Creek properties.
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Accused Gravel Pit Fire arsonist pleads not guilty
According to charging documents, Eutsler previously lived in Williamstown, New Jersey.
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Classic car lovers revel at Libby's Ignite the Nites
Igniters Car Club President Ed Leroy was appreciative of everyone who worked and attended the show.
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Northwest Montana man accused of burglarizing state road shop
According to charging documents, investigators used surveillance photos to identify possible suspects.
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Meth trafficker pleads guilty, gains release
The traffic stop allegedly turned up nearly one pound of methamphetamine in a vehicle Rosenlund was driving on Nov. 14, 2022.
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Kalispell attorney Garry Seaman pleads guilty to two counts of deliberate homicide
A Kalispell attorney pleaded guilty Monday to two felony charges of deliberate homicide and attempted homicide in relation to the shotgun shootings of two people, one fatal, at a campground near Libby Dam last year.
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Fire crews contain Powerline Fire near Libby
But locally, fire crews banded together to knock down the Powerline Fire six miles up Bobtail Road before it became a threat to nearby residences, private and federal land.
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Kootenai region under red flag warning
The National Weather Service issued the warning Thursday morning. It is predicting west winds of 10 to 20 miles per hour with gusts of 25 to 35 mph. With minimum humidity levels between 7 and 15%, the combination is ripe for extreme fire conditions.
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Troy man accused of assaulting retired cop in road rage incident
O’Toole, 67, pleaded not guilty to one felony count of assault with a weapon.
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County commissioners OK refuse fee increase
The current fee is $135, but it will increase to $150 per year. The last refuse increase was in 2008.
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Troy man pleads not guilty in DUI homicide case
Terren Craig Winebark, 21, is charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence, or in the alternative, negligent homicide.
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Libby man gets deferred sentence in assault case
Samuel Ryan Sutherland, 39, was charged with felony assault of a peace officer and misdemeanor partner or family member assault. He pleaded guilty to both charges on June 19 in Lincoln County District Court.
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$2 million price tag on Gravel Pit Fire
The fire, as alleged by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, began on the evening of Aug. 1 when a transient man from New Jersey, 39-year-old Joseph Anthony Eutsler, started the fire to gain the attention of law enforcement because his van had broken down.
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Former Libby woman accused of drug offenses
Ashleigh Lynne Nelson, 39, of Henderson, Nevada...
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More theft charges filed against Libby man
Lincoln County Deputy Attorney Jeffrey Zwang is prosecuting the cases that allege Quimby took nearly $29,0000 from five county residents to either build or mend fences, but never did the work.
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Libby man dies of injuries from suspected suicide attempt in county jail
The investigation being conducted by the Montana Division of Criminal Investigations continues.
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Authorities investigating attempted suicide at county jail
Court documents indicate a Libby man attempted suicide at the Lincoln County Detention Center in the early-morning hours of Friday, Aug. 4.
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CARD Clinic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The Chapter 11 filing will allow the Center for Asbestos Related Disease to continue to operate and serve its patients, according to board Chair LeRoy Thom.
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Libby clinic files for bankruptcy following $6 million judgment over false asbestos claims
The Center for Asbestos Related Disease in Libby filed for bankruptcy in federal court Monday, just months after a jury ruled that it had submitted hundreds of false claims on behalf of patients.
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Lincoln County puts local marijuana tax to voters
At the July 26 Lincoln County commissioner’s meeting, the vote on a resolution for a 3% tax on retail sales of both categories of marijuana was unanimous. Registered voters will decide the matter in a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
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Fire crews jump on Libby area wild fires
Forest officials said all fires remained under one-half of an acre with the majority now contained and crews continuing with line construction and mopping up.
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Lincoln Co. voters will decide on marijuana tax
At the July 26 commissioner’s meeting, the vote on a resolution for a 3% tax on retail sales of both categories of marijuana was unanimous. Registered voters will decide the matter in a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
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Crews get containment on Gravel Pit Fire
A public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Fisher River Valley Fire Hall at Happy’s Inn.
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Libby's Voss leads his last Raven Run
The Raven Run was born out of Voss’ desire to see the many classic vehicle that have homes in the area.
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Prosecutors in Lincoln County push for higher wages
The Lincoln County Attorney's Office is pushing for higher wages for its employees, citing the growth in cases and retention struggles.
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Man accused of starting Gravel Pit Fire charged with arson
A homeless man living out of a van is accused of starting the Gravel Pit Fire in the Fisher River Valley east of Libby on Aug. 1.
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Man accused of starting Gravel Pit Fire charged with arson
A homeless man living out of a van is accused of starting the Gravel Pit Fire in the Fisher River Valley east of Libby on Aug. 1.
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Lincoln County Connections unveils resource van
Dorey Rowland, the local Collaboration Coordinator for Zero to Five Lincoln County, said one of the group’s goals is to reach every child in Lincoln County.
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Transient man accused of setting Gravel Pit Fire
According to the probable cause statement by county Sheriff’s Office Deputy Anthony Jenson...
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Fisher River Valley wildfire threatens residences
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office had given pre-evacuation notices to people who live in the area.
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Libby's Beagle wins two titles at Western Montana Open
Beagle recently won the singles and doubles championships in the 18-and-under classes at the Western Montana Open Junior in Missoula on the weekend of July 21-23.
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Lincoln County Attorney's office seeks competitive pay
County attorney Marcia Boris lobbied the county commissioners at the July 12 meeting to increase the pay for a new deputy attorney to make it better to attract and keep people in the position.
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Months after arrest, Eureka man finally arraigned on drug charges
Shane Michael Coursey, 56, is accused of possessing fentanyl, methamphetamine and Xanax after his arrest on Jan. 24.
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Fisher River Valley wildfire threatens residences
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office had given pre-evacuation notices to people who live in the area.
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Authorities investigate fatal shooting at Rexford Bench boat launch
Two men are dead after a shooting Wednesday afternoon at the Rexford Bench boat launch on Lake Koocanusa in Lincoln County.
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Libby man charged after alleged Russian roulette game ends in death
A Libby man facing charges involving the death of another local man on Memorial Day weekend during a game of Russian roulette appeared in Lincoln County District Court on July 24 and pleaded not guilty.
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Libby man charged with choking woman
Daniel James Devine, 40, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on July 17 to face a felony charge.
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Libby man accused in Russian roulette death pleads not guilty
According to court documents, 30-year-old Shane Ellison died in the tragic shooting.
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Firefighters tackle Rainy Creek blazes; fire danger at extreme
While the area falls within the Libby Asbestos Superfund Site, Kootenai National Forest Fire Manager Officer Dan Rose said only one of the three fires was in Operable Unit 3, which contains the former W.R. Grace vermiculite mine.
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Officials seek info on wildfires outside of Libby
Several wildfires sparked by fireworks on the Jennings Haul Road this month has authorities seeking the public’s help in tracking down the people who caused them.
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Officials seek info on Haul Road fires
People with any information on these fires are asked to contact the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office at 406-293-4112.
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Lady Loggers volleyball hopes summer work pays off
Last week, the team welcomed North Idaho College coaches Brittany Tilleman and Missy Fleshman and players Rachel Stacey and Jessie Stires for a two-day camp.
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Libby ex-con pleads not guilty to drug, fleeing charges
Joshua David Hoffman, 47, faces five counts, including one felony, after he allegedly was involved in a police chase.
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Grizzly kills woman near West Yellowstone; another bear euthanized in GNP
The fatal mauling occurred on July 22 on the Buttermilk Creek trail about eight miles west of West Yellowstone in Gallatin County.
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Fire managers approve Stage 1 fire restrictions in northwest Montana
People can also be held liable for all suppression costs and damages for starting a fire.
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Libby man accused of child sex assault
Laurence Alton Haflich, 69, is charged with two felonies in relation to an alleged incident...
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Authorities investigate fatal shooting at Rexford Bench boat launch
Two men are dead after a shooting Wednesday afternoon at the Rexford Bench boat launch on Lake Koocanusa in Lincoln County.
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Two men dead after shooting at Rexford Bench
Authorities said a verbal dispute between two men turned deadly when a Kalispell man shot another man from Oregon.
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Troy Dispatch no longer taking calls for service
Emergency and non-emergency dispatch services for the Troy Area District were transferred to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch on Monday, July 17.
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Missing man found dead in Koocanusa Reservoir
A Lincoln County man was found dead in Lake Koocanusa Wednesday, July 19, in the evening.
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Parade kicks off Lincoln County Junior Fair
Students got to show off their abilities in raising stock animals, art, including paintings, photography and handmade creations in the 69th annual event.
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Libby man gets suspended sentence in drug case
Simmons, through his public defender Ben Kolter, agreed to plead guilty on May 22 to possession of dangerous drugs in exchange for the dismissal of misdemeanor charges related to driving offenses and resisting arrest.
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Troy man charged with DUI homicide in death of former Libby resident
Terren Craig Winebark, 21, is charged with vehicular homicide while under the influence, or in the alternative, negligent homicide.
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CARD Clinic ordered to pay $6 million in fraud case
BNSF Railway, upon behalf of the United States government, brought the suit in 2019 under the False Claims Act. The act allows private parties to sue on behalf of the federal government.
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Troy Dispatch no longer taking calls for service
Emergency and non-emergency dispatch services for the Troy Area District were transferred to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch on Monday, July 17.
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CARD Clinic ordered to pay $6 million in fraud case
BNSF Railway, upon behalf of the United States government, brought the suit in 2019 under the False Claims Act. The act allows private parties to sue on behalf of the federal government.
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Kootenai Outdoor Adventure Club making memorable connections
It’s an ambitious undertaking to be sure, but the benefits of the Kootenai Outdoor Adventure Program are very tangible.
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Libby man sentenced and ordered to treatment court
Priebe was ordered to attend and complete the county’s treatment program. He was given credit for serving 159 days in the county jail.
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Bear attacks tree planter in B.C.; griz euthanized near Hungry Horse
A bear believed to be a grizzly attacked and seriously injured a 21-year-old woman who was planting trees in an area southwest of Bearhole Lake Provincial Park/Protected Area near Tumbler Ridge
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Kootenai Outdoor Adventure Club making memorable connections
Libby Middle School teacher Bill Moe runs the program that educators have offered for nearly 20 years.
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County OKs elimination of five green box trash sites
While some residents aren’t happy about the new plan, other proposals would have cut green box sites to either six or three locations. Hooper warned of the possibility at a May 10 commission meeting.
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Missing Koocanusa cliff jumper found dead
A missing Lincoln County man was found dead in Lake Koocanusa on Wednesday evening.
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Missing Koocanusa cliff jumper found dead
A missing Lincoln County man was found dead in Lake Koocanusa on Wednesday evening.
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Missing man found dead in Koocanusa Reservoir
According to a press release from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, 47-year-old Johnathan Orr, had jumped...
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Missing mushroom hunter found alive in Canada
An 87-year-old Whitefish man who went missing in the Frozen Lake area last weekend was found alive Tuesday afternoon in Canada.
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Jennings Haul Road fires were human-caused
Jeresek said northwest Montana is not under current fire restrictions, but he added, "It's dry out there and on more south facing aspects, the grass is curing quickly. It's only a matter of time before we have a large fire."
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Police say Troy woman struck man with whiskey bottle
A conviction for assault with a weapon may result in a 20-year sentence.
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State revenue department hears property tax concerns
Libby was one of many communities across Montana that has or will host local meetings where state officials attempted to allay those fears.
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Libby woman accused of assaulting partner with metal bucket
The person who called 911 said a man had been hit in the face with a beer bottle.
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Man faces federal gun charge after local investigation
Matthew Cory Glen Robocker, 27, appeared in Missoula on June 29 before U.S. Magistrate Judge Kathleen L. DeSoto
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Libby ex-con faces more criminal charges
Joshua David Hoffman, 47, faces five counts, including one felony, after he allegedly was involved in a police chase.
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Libby man accused of burglary, witness tampering
Daniel James Marozzo, 39, is facing three felony charges.
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Libby man jailed after Russian roulette turns deadly
Keigan I. Ball, 22, is in the Lincoln County Detention Center facing charges of negligent homicide and criminal endangerment after a May 27 incident south of Libby.
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Missing mushroom hunter found alive in Canada
An 87-year-old Whitefish man who went missing in the Frozen Lake area last weekend was found alive Tuesday afternoon in Canada.
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Searchers seek Whitefish man who disappeared in Lincoln Co.
The search continues for an 87-year-old Whitefish man who went missing in the Frozen Lake area Saturday night.
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Missing Whitefish mushroom picker found alive in Canada
According to a press release from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Clifford Persons was picking mushrooms with a friend in an area about 11 1/2 miles east of Eureka.
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Missing mushroom hunter found alive in Canada
According to a press release from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Clifford Persons was picking mushrooms with a friend in an area about 11 1/2 miles east of Eureka.
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Chamber's rubber duck race returns to Libby
Chamber Board President Bruce Vincent was decked out in various forms of personal flotation devices when he dove into the shallow pool.
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Health officials issue measles alert in wake of increasing cases
While no measles cases have been found in Montana since 1990, officials in Seattle and King County investigated a confirmed case involving a child in May.
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Libby resident arrested after allegedly striking man with truck
Vanhoose was released from the Lincoln County Detention Center after posting $100,000 bail.
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Michigan murder suspect captured in Plains
According to the Sanders County Sheriff's Office, Chadwick Shane Mobley was arrested Monday evening after citizens saw him and called authorities. He was found on River Road West.
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Michigan homicide suspect escapes custody
A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide escaped from custody Sunday morning in the Plains area.
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Homicide suspect escapes custody in western Montana
A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide escaped from custody Sunday morning in the Plains area.
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Michigan murder suspect escapes in Plains
According to information from the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office, Mobley escaped custody at the Town Pump in Plains at about 9:58 a.m.
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Michigan homicide suspect escapes custody in Sanders County
A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide escaped from custody Sunday morning in the Plains area.
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Fortine man accused of arson
Justin D. Huggins, 35, pleaded not guilty to one felony count of arson and one count of criminal endangerment.
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Troy man jailed for stabbing, sending man to hospital
The case began late on the night of June 5 when Troy Police Officer...
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Libby to host property tax meeting; rebates available soon
The City of Libby’s Ponderosa Room, located at 952 E. Spruce St., will host a forum from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 13.
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Fire officials increase danger level as conditions worsen
Despite very green vegetation, fire officials are reminding people that rapidly changing conditions have led them to increase the fire danger level to very high and Preparedness Level 3 on Thursday.
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Libby man pleads guilty to assaulting woman, officer
Samuel Ryan Sutherland, 39, was charged with felony assault of a peace officer and misdemeanor partner or family member assault.
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Murder suspect expected to return willingly to Michigan
A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide won't fight extradition back to his home state.
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Libby woman sentenced on business break-in convicttion
Bucker wrote that he saw merchandise and clothing removed from shelves and thrown on the floor. He said about $200 in cash was missing from the cash register.
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CARD leaders say verdict won't halt its efforts
CARD Executive Director Tracy McNew and Board President Leroy Thom said they were both disappointed by the verdict and felt a ruling by Judge Dana L. Christensen hamstrung its case against railroad giant BNSF.
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Michigan homicide suspect won't fight extradition
Cuffe told Mobley he was not obligated to waive extradition, but the defendant had no qualms about his decision.
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Asbestos clinic leaders say verdict won’t halt efforts
A federal jury’s decision that the Center for Asbestos Related Disease in Libby committed fraud has left clinic leadership undeterred.
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LOR continues to make a difference in Libby
As they close in on $500,000 in grants to dozens of community projects, LOR’s Tabitha Viergutz took some time to briefly reflect on what’s happened in the last 12 months.
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Libby's Uithof wins twice at Millpond Motocross
Competitors came from across the region, including Montana, Idaho and Washington and Canada, too. Northwest Montana was was well represented, too, as the field was dominated by racers from Libby, the Flathead Valley and Plains.
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Kootenai Forest Stakeholders hear grizzly report
Kasworm, the team leader for the Cabinet/Yaak Ecosystem Program, said there were three human caused grizzly fatalities in 2022, including two females.
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Michigan murder suspect arrested near Libby
A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide was behind bars Wednesday in the the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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Michigan murder suspect arrested near Libby
The sighting followed a Sheriff's Office Facebook post that was published about four hours prior to the arrest.
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Former Libby man dies in crash in Troy
All three people were taken to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. The 21-year-old man was pronounced dead at the hospital.
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Libby, Troy have contested races for council seats
The election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 7, according to Howell.
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Death of local woman found in Flower Creek ruled accidental
An autopsy by state officials determined the causes of death were difluoroethane intoxication, drowning and hypoxia.
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Libby man gets deferred sentence in golf cart incident
Murphy also faced charges of felony burglary and misdemeanor unauthorized use of a motor vehicle but those were dismissed as part of the plea deal.
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Loggers baseball fourth at Big Bucks Tournament
The Loggers return home on Wednesday, July 5 to face Miles City. The home finale is July 9 against Bitterroot.
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Collision on U.S. 2 kills one in Troy
An early-morning traffic crash Friday in Troy claimed the life of a 21-year-old Livingston man, formerly of Libby.
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Californian charged with local check forgeries
Forty-two-year-old John E. Nieblas, also known as John Eugene Kelton, was arraigned Monday in District Court and pleaded not guilty to the offenses.
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Mass casualty drill a learning experience for first responders
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is in the process of becoming a designated trauma facility and running such a drill is a needed step in the process.
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Libby couple sentenced for drug trafficking offense
Both hearings saw debate on paying restitution and fines related to the respective cases. The defendants each described their employment situations as tenuous.
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Libby Loggers set to host Big Bucks Tournament
The action begins Thursday at Lee Gehring Field and ends Sunday. There will be a home run derby and skills competition on Saturday evening.
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Troy, Libby students pass welding certification tests
Instructor John Love said passing the test is important for a number of reasons.
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Lincoln Co. woman gets prison time for probation violations
According to court documents, Hart was recommended for placement at Elkhorn Treatment Center in Boulder, Montana.
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Libby to host FWP meeting on setting hunting seasons
In Libby, KW Maki Theater, at 724 Louisiana Ave., will host a meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 6.
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Dog's death leads to assault charge against Yaak man
Benjamin Michael Manheim, 63, is charged with one felony count of strangulation of a partner or family member following an incident on May 23 at a River View Drive residence.
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Libby's Jon Obst honored by Gov. Gianforte
Sgt. Obst has worked as a Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Game Warden since the fall of 1998.
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Libby artist's drawing survives severe fire
Hagen said the inspiration for his drawing of the “oldtimer” was from a book written by Fritz Perls and titled, “In and Out of the Garbage Pail.” It was published in 1969.
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Homicide suspect may present alibi defense at upcoming trial
Joshua Joseph Sauls, 25, is facing a charge of deliberate homicide in the death of his father, John Lewis Sauls, on May 31, 2022.
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Eureka man sentenced in intimidation case
Joseph Daniel Heil, 38, pleaded no contest to one felony count of intimidation for alleged acts he committed in March 2022.
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Kootenai Forest Stakeholders Coalition to talk grizzlies
Meeting attendees will hear a panel style discussion with select speakers on the topic of grizzly bears and road management.
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Libby man pleads guilty to meth possession
Simmons will be considered for admittance to the county Treatment Court.
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Libby man accused of strangling girlfriend
A conviction on the felony charge could result in a maximum penalty of five years in the Montana State Prison.
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Kootenai Cross Country Ski Club gets $ for trail work
Lincoln County's Kootenai Cross Country Ski Club will receive $13,560 for grooming and maintenance of 13 miles of the Flower Creek Nordic Ski Trails system.
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Northwest Montana man accused of meth possession
Gallery is scheduled to appear in Justice Court at 1 p.m. Wednesday.
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Thompson SAR shares its mission with Libby youth
There were five stations, including the K-9 unit which works to help find lost people and the mountain unit which can set up rope systems that allow even a second grader to pull a truck easily.
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Troy Museum and Visitors Center celebrates 50th anniversary
Lincoln County officials bought the land from Stimson Lumber Company and gave it to Troy.
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Group still lobbies for MT 37 speed reduction
Jim Mitchell is part of the group seeking the reduction of the limit from 70 miles per hour to 55 or even 60.
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LOR, Libby 4-H team up for safe cattle handling
Kara Matthews, whose daughters Leah and Hailey are both members of the South 40, said teaming up with LOR has been great to further expand the club as well as the Troy Kootenai Kids & Critters 4-H Club.
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Lincoln County hires new election administrator
Two months after the resignations of Lincoln County’s clerk and recorder and both elections officials, it has filled two of the three positions.
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Lincoln County hires new election administrator
Howell comes from Grants Pass, Oregon, where she worked in the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office since the beginning of 2020.
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Hammond's words inspire as Libby Class of 2023 graduates
Hammond, also the Senior Class President, shared her story of triumph over adversity while speaking during graduation ceremonies in Ralph Tate Gymnasium at Libby High School.
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Libby man sentenced in child assault case
Ty Reed Orsborn, 35, was originally charged and pleaded not guilty to felony assault on a minor and misdemeanor DUI.
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Libby Schools work to prevent bullying
Recently at Libby High School, the Seeds Leadership Group and Justin Boudreau gave an interactive presentation for a few dozen students.
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Libby's Beagle grabs bronze medal at state tennis
Beagle placed third and claimed a bronze medal for the second straight season.
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Boltz, Stevenson, Andersen medal at state Track and Field Championships
For the girls, senior Rylee Boltz capped her career with a second-place in the high jump. Her top leap of 5 feet, 3 inches was also a personal best.
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Local woman taken to hospital after traffic accident
Libby Volunteer Ambulance, Montana Highway Patrol, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Libby Volunteer Fire Department and Libby Police Department responded to the scene.
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Libby's Adamson kicking off new carving show in Lincoln
The new festival will be held July 13-16 in the town of Lincoln in Lewis and Clark County.
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Anglers battle tough conditions in Koocanusa Salmon & Trout Derby
Nevertheless, the diehards still managed to pull some good rainbow trout from the reservoir as well as some tasty kokanee salmon.
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Trego man accused of firing gun in property dispute
Dispatch reported a man said his neighbor, later identified as Richards Jr., fired three shots over his wife’s vehicle as she drove by. He also said his kids, ages 5 and 6, were in the vehicle.
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County battles abuse at Green Box refuse sites
She said there are trail cameras at a few sites that are used to determine those repeatedly breaking the rules and those folks are facing possible fines.
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Libby, Troy track and field athletes headed to state
The Libby Loggers are sending nine competitors to the Laurel Sports Complex for the Class A event and Troy is sending three to the Class B Championships in Butte.
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Suspect allegedly wielded shotgun in Libby standoff
Butala, originally from California according to a court filing, is scheduled to appear in Justice Court for preliminary hearing
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Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness plans 2023 trail projects
It also is extremely rewarding to work alongside other volunteers that love nature.
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Libby's Beagle wins divisional, sets sights on state title
But after five wins in two days at last week’s divisional, Beagle’s hunger for gold is renewed.
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Libby's Andersen makes state tourney; Loggers lauded for hosting
They got to see sophomore Ryan Beagle win his second straight divisional singles crown and junior teammate Tyler Andersen qualify for the state tournament after placing fourth in singles.
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Troy man faces prison time after alleged probation violations
In the 2020 case, authorities said they uncovered more than one-half pound of methamphetamine during a search of a Wapiti Lane property in Troy.
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Libby standoff ends with man in custody
When deputies arrived, they learned that several individuals had been threatened by a man, identified as 36-year-old Chase Butala, with a weapon and a female had been assaulted.
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One killed in two-vehicle wreck on Bull Lake Road in Lincoln County
A 32-year-old Libby woman died in a two-vehicle traffic accident that left another person injured Friday evening on Bull Lake Road.
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Libby woman dies in traffic crash on Bull Lake Road
The driver and the passenger, the 32-year-old woman, were ejected from the Wrangler. She was taken by air transport to Logan Health in Kalispell where she died of her injuries.
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Canada wildfire smoke generating unhealthy local conditions
National Weather Service predictions for Troy and Libby say haze and hot weather through Sunday afternoon. Areas of smoke will persist on Thursday and Friday with high temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s from Friday through Sunday.
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Libby 7th grade female runners set several new records
Capri Farmer set three new individual records this season.
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Libby man gets suspended sentence for DUI conviction
Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris and Ague’s defense attorney, Sean Hinchey, made a deal that called for a 5-year suspended sentence and that’s what Lincoln County District Judge Matt Cuffe delivered.
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Former Libby man accused of drug trafficking
The traffic stop allegedly turned up nearly one pound of methamphetamine in a vehicle Rosenlund was driving on Nov. 14, 2022.
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Libby man pleads not guilty in gun incident
A woman was making accusations against a man, saying he had inappropriately touched her granddaughter.
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Libby tennis battles Ronan, Polson
Libby will host the divisional tournament Thursday and Friday with qualifiers headed to the state tournament May 25-26 in Missoula.
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Libby contractor accused of stealing thousands from local couple
Steven Austin Quimby, 25, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on May 1 and pleaded not guilty to three charges, including two felonies for theft and check forgery.
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Woman's body found in Libby's Flower Creek
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a body in Flower Creek near the Libby Cemetery and Libby baseball and softball fields about 2:37 p.m., May 10.
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Ryggs Johnston is PAC-12 Scholar Athlete of Year
Johnston is also still in the running for a berth at the U.S. Open next month at the Los Angeles Country Club.
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Libby track and field squad has multiple top 10s at Roe Invite
Rylee Boltz had the best performances for Libby. She ran the 200-meter dash in 28.21 seconds to place fourth. In the high jump, her 5-foot leap placed her second.
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Libby woman gets prison time for child endangerment
Tonya Lynn Deloach, 47, was first charged with two felonies, including possession of dangerous drugs and child endangerment.
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Woman's body found in Flower Creek
Circumstances of the death are not being released currently pending further investigation.
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Two northwest Montana residents enter guilty pleas in drug case
Amber Patterson Martin, 38, of Libby, and Christopher Wayne Martin, 34, of Marion, were each charged with two felony counts of possession of dangerous drugs with the intent to distribute. They are also charged with use or possession of property subject to criminal forfeiture.
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State says no speed limit change needed in Happy's Inn area
Concerns from residents prompted county officials to ask the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) to conduct speed studies on Montana 37 and U.S. 2 in the Happy’s Inn area.
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Troy School Trustees approve Schertel as next superintendent
At Monday night’s meeting, the trustees were unanimous in their vote to make her the next Superintendent of Schools.
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Officials issue flood watch alert for Yaak River
The National Weather Service is predicting the Yaak River will crest at about 8.28 feet around 11 a.m. Sunday.
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Troy Police, school officials investigate threat by student
Troy Schools Superintendent Jake Francom said officials do not believe the threat to be credible but did say a junior high student was trespassed from school property.
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Libby students treated to Native American culture presentation
Bill Moe, a social studies teacher at the elementary school said he was networking with other teacher at a conference when he found out Hockaday’s show.
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Libby celebrates 30 years as Tree City USA
Libby Mayor Peggy Williams led the ceremony and shared some of the history of Libby becoming a Tree City USA member.
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Troy Lady Trojans lose close contest against Eureka
The Lady Trojans are scheduled to host a doubleheader Tuesday against Loyola. The first game begins at 3 p.m.
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Francom stepping down as Troy Schools superintendent
Troy Junior and Senior High School Superintendent Jacob Francom announced his resignation last week.
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Yaak resident pleads guilty to assaulting wife
According to his public defender, Ben Kolter, and Deputy County Attorney Jeffrey Zwang, the negotiated plea deal calls for a 3-year suspended sentence.
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Francom stepping down as Troy Schools Superintendent
Troy Public Schools may not have to look far for its next superintendent because Christina Schertel was on the agenda for consideration for the position at the Monday, May 1 school board meeting.
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Troy Rural Volunteer Fire Department battles brush fire
Temperatures had warmed from the 30s in the morning to about 80 degrees Saturday afternoon, helping create very dry conditions in many areas across the region.
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Logger boys win county invitational
Libby sophomore Kasen Day won the 100 and 200 dashes and teammate Tristan Andersen won the long jump and high jump.
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Troy man gets prison time for strangling girlfriend
Monday he was sentenced to five years with three suspended. Watters also received credit for serving 86 days in the county jail.
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Libby man sentenced for dealing methamphetaine
On March 13, he pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of dangerous drugs. Other charges were dropped as part of the deal.
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Eureka teens charged for shooting at bicyclist
Caleb S. Utter, 18, and Tyson Brouillette are each charged with one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct.
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Libby Lady Loggers celebrate Senior Night with win
Before the game, Kinzee Boehmler, Mackenzie Foss and Destinee Crawford were honored.
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Beagle claims singles championship at Libby Invitational
Ashley Freese and Maggie Fantozzi won the consolation bracket of 1s and 2s doubles.
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State wants to begin rule-making process on grizzly management
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is looking for approval from the Fish and Wildlife Commission to move forward with a rule making process on administrative rules that address state management of grizzly bears.
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Eureka man gets jail time for police chase conviction
Lemmon received a one-year suspended sentence, but must serve 30 days in the county jail.
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Troy man accused of attacking police chief faces more charges
Peterson faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in the Montana State Prison if convicted of the burglary charge.
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Kalispell man admits threatening to murder U.S. Sen. Jon Tester
Kevin Patrick Smith, 46, pleaded guilty to threats to murder a United States Senator. Smith faces a maximum of 10 years in prison.
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Wilson's hit lifts Lady Loggers to walkoff win over Ronan
Wilson's hit scored Mackenzie Foss for the game winner in a back-and-forth affair.
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Northwest Montana man sentenced for meth possession
At his Feb. 13 hearing, Shestak said he thought the pills he had in possession were oxycodone, but they were in fact, fentanyl. He was sentenced to three years, deferred.
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Libby man sentenced for meth possession
Abrahamson was arrested after he was allegedly found with meth and a loaded syringe during a traffic stop in March.
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Libby boys track wins own invitational
The Logger boys piled up 170 points to easily outdistance runner-up Thompson Falls’ 107.5.
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Vigil planned April 26 for Lincoln Co. victims of crime
Attendees are asked to bring a flashlight to shine during the event. There will be a limited number of tealights available for use.
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Eureka man sentenced on criminal endangerment conviction
Fitzgerald initially appeared in court on Sept. 12 and pleaded not guilty to criminal endangerment and DUI, fourth offense, both felonies.
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State wants to begin rule-making process on grizzly management
The bill was passed 73-27 in the third reading in the Montana House of Representatives on April 13.
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Man accused of pointing rifle at woman
When the officer spoke to the woman she said her ex-boyfriend pointed a rifle at her and chambered a round.
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Libby City Council still talking turkey
But more than three years later, it has yet to develop a management plan which is necessary before any decisions can be made.
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Man accused of running over trooper facing drug smuggling charge
A Rexford man accused of running over a Montana Highway Patrol trooper in February is facing an additional charge for allegedly smuggling methamphetamine into the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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Kootenai Habitat for Humanity gets grant; breaks ground on new home
It was an emotional time for Missy as she expressed her thanks to the many volunteers, neighbors and local businesses that will help make a home a reality for her and her family.
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Lincoln Co. felons facing drug smuggling charges
Jason Allen Miller, 41, is accused of illegal transfer to an incarcerated person, a felony. He pleaded not guilty to the charge on Monday, April 10, in Lincoln County District Court.
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Libby boys tennis edges defending state champ Whitefish
The Loggers are 3-1 and winners of three straight matches. The Lady Loggers nearly pulled out a win, too, dropping a 4-3 match to the Lady Bulldogs. It was their first loss of the season after three straight wins.
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Authorities issue arrest warrant for accused drug dealer
Redl appeared in court on Feb. 27 for a hearing to determine how long a possible trial may take. But at Monday's pre-trial hearing, public defender Ben Kolter said he didn't know where Redl was.
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Fortine man takes plea deal in DUI case
The plea deal between the county and Fitzgerald call for a 5-year suspended sentence to a state Department of Corrections facility. His sentencing hearing is set for April 17.
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Stolen vehicle at Kootenai Falls leads to felony arrest
The charges against him include felony theft, criminal possession of methamphetamine and criminal possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Lincoln Co. commissioners will vote on two Yaak subdivisions
At the March 29 commission meeting, the meeting room was filled with folks who primarily oppose the South Yaak Subdivision.
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Libby City Council approves separation agreement with police chief
Libby City Council voted unanimously last week to approve a separation agreement with Police Chief Scott Kessel.
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Troy's Sloan a double winner at Eureka Invitational
Both squads had winners and each placed third behind the host Lions and runner-up Plains.
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City OKs deal to part ways with Police Chief Scott Kessel
But even the agreement caused a bit of a ruckus after Councilor Hugh Taylor said he wanted to see it before voting on it.
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Libby tennis sweeps Columbia Falls
Members of the boys squad each claimed straight-set victories in a 7-0 win while the girls doubles teams all won their matches, helping the Lady Loggers to a 5-2 win.
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Libby man accused of assaulting woman and law officer
Samuel Ryan Sutherland, 39, was charged with felony assault of a peace officer and misdemeanor partner or family member assault.
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Local amateur radio group welcomes all
Gathered together with a similar interest in amateur, or ham radio, they come from various backgrounds, such as a retired biologist, ex-police/sheriff’s office, pharmacists, forest service, the medical profession and housewives and new young enthusiasts.
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Lincoln Co. officials sound alarm on dangers of fentanyl
According to information from Lincoln County Unite for Youth, fentanyl poisoning is the No. 1 cause of death in people ages 18 to 35 in the county. There have been two confirmed fentanyl poisoning deaths in the county since November 2022.
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Resignation of Lincoln County clerk, election officials sparks response from residents
A proposed subdivision in the Yaak may have sparked the most discussion at a Lincoln County Commissioners' meeting last week, but the recent resignations of three county employees also generated comments.
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Resignation of county officials stirs feelings at meeting
District 3 Commissioner Josh Letcher, who represents the northern part of Lincoln County, said he learned of the resignations when schools which are holding board trustee elections in May, emailed him late Friday afternoon about what the county would do.
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Spring sports kicking off in Lincoln County
The Libby High School softball team kicks off the season today, hosting Polson.
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Man sentenced for criminal endangerment
Deputy Davis reported in the charging document that Rohan had seven prior DUI convictions.
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Libby man sentenced for stealing from family member
Burke’s sister also told Kraft that Burke had a long history of stealing and that he had been to prison for burglary and stealing.
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Parking lot fracas leads to drug trafficking charges
A subsequent investigation and search of their vehicle turned up hundreds of blue fentanyl pills, heroin, methamphetamine and marijuana.
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Man who allegedly ran over trooper pleads not guilty
A man with seemingly nothing to lose, Jason Allen Miller reportedly told a female passenger in his truck that he was not going back to prison shortly before he allegedly ran a Montana Highway Patrol trooper over last month near Rexford.
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Clerk and recorder, election workers resign in Lincoln County
With a handful of school board elections around the corner, the Lincoln County clerk and recorder and staff of the county’s Elections Department have resigned from their posts.
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Troy man pleads guilty to choking woman
The man, who held his head in his hands at times during the hearing, said his memory of the day was spotty, but he did admit he choked her.
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Lincoln County election officials, clerk and recorder resign posts
According to County Human Resources Director Dallas Bowe, she had received letters of resignation from Clerk and Recorder Robin Benson and both employees in the Elections Office, including Administrator Paula Buff and her assistant, Amanda Eckart.
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Libby residents take plea deals in drug, child endangerment cases
An investigator in the current cases reported the Deloach couple had previous criminal histories in Pennsylvania.
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Troy man gets suspended sentence in assault case against spouse
Joshua Michael Glaese, 39, was accused of attacking his wife and spraying her with a fire extinguisher last summer and then jailed on Christmas Eve for allegedly driving drunk.
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Troy man accused of DUI homicide pleads not guilty
David Daniel Lefell was arraigned on the charges on Monday, March 20. He is currently lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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Fisher River Valley Fire Rescue has a new ambulance
The new rig, which went into service on Jan. 28, replaced a third-generation 1993 Chevy ambulance that was used at volunteer departments in Noxon and Troy.
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Trooper injured near Eureka continues recovery in Colorado
The recovery of Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Lewis Johnson continues in Colorado.
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Deer Lodge man accused of rape in Libby
The sister who witnessed the alleged assault told Pape that they had went out for New Year’s and partied before returning home.
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Libby man sentenced for assaulting county deputy
Bohdan Yuriyovych Yakovenko, 24, was charged with one felony count of assault on a peace officer.
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Lincoln Co. hunter ed instructors honored for years of service
Megan Strom of Eureka has served for 20 years and was named the regional Instructor of the Year for 2022.
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Man accused of DUI homicide in crash that killed two
David Daniel Lefell, 68, of Troy is charged with two counts of felony vehicular homicide under the influence.
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Libby man gets deferred sentence in shooting incident
Charles Fernley Woods Jr., 68, entered a guilty plea to an amended charge of felony criminal endangerment in Lincoln County District Court on Jan. 3.
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Man accused of running over trooper pleads not guilty to all charges
A man with seemingly nothing to lose, Jason Allen Miller reportedly told a female passenger in his truck that he was not going back to prison shortly before he allegedly ran a Montana Highway Patrol trooper over last month near Rexford.
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Lincoln Co. youth wrestlers punch their tickets to western championships
Libby hosted the Kootenai Classic last weekend, which was a qualifier for this weekend’s championships.
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Trooper Lewis Johnson continues recovery in Colorado
Johnson, an 8-year MHP veteran, suffered life-threatening injuries when he was run over by a Rexford man sought by law enforcement on Feb. 16 in the Lake Koocanusa Bridge area.
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Community meeting on fentanyl set for March 30 in Libby
Participants will learn what fentanyl looks like, how to recognize if someone is using it and how to talk with youth and families about medicine safety and the risk of overdose and death.
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Northwest Montana couple accused of drug trafficking
At the time of the traffic stop, Christopher Martin was in the back seat of suspected of being under the influence of fentanyl.
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Libby School band provides a cure for the winter blues
Band director Brandon Boone led the musicians as they performed songs by multiple composers.
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Bible drug smuggler returns to court on probation violation
Angela Lynn Rensmon, 44, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Feb. 27 in front of District Judge Matt Cuffe.
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Lincoln County gets grant to help local victims of crime
According to county Victim/Witness Advocate Kathleen Sheffield, the money will be used to educate and promote the program using social media outlets.
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Libby man pleads guilty to meth possession
District Judge Mike Cuffe sent the man's sentencing for April 17. He sternly reminded Abrahamson to show up for that hearing.
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Libby City Council OKs new Police Commission members
The fact that the city had no police commission was exposed in the aftermath of the resignation of three officers, Chris Pape, Ian Smith and Cody DeWitt, in November 2022.
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Northwest Montana man pleads guilty to possession of meth
Alexandr Shestak, 53, was charged with two felony counts of possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Golf course vandalism cases coming to a conclusion
Shane Brian Rice, 20, received a 4-year deferred sentence.
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Woman gets prison time for fentanyl possession
Halie Maria Herzog, 28, was charged with five counts of felony possession of dangerous drugs, including fentanyl and methamphetamine.
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Libby's Ron Adamson glad he stuck with his convictions
After getting a better look at the image, Adamson said he was absolutely shocked when he realized it was his grandfather.
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Angler catches trophy rainbow trout
The trophy trout measured 31 inches and weighed 12 pounds.
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State to hold public meeting on possible Libby asbestos settlement
The two agencies will hold a public meeting at the Libby City Hall Ponderosa Room at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 6.
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Tpr. Johnson and family thankful for community support at rally
Just 10 days after he was nearly killed after being run over by a man he was trying to arrest during a chase on Feb. 16 on Highway 37, Lewis Johnson spoke briefly to the assembled crowd who greeted him with a hearty round of applause during a rally of …
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Retired Forest Service ranger pens book of outdoor adventures
Mason will be at Libby Sports Center for a book signing event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 4.
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The Western News to launch expanded weekend edition
The driving force behind the expanded Friday edition is to get more news to our loyal readers.
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Injured trooper says there's a long and difficult road ahead
When Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Kate Johnson wheeled her husband and fellow Trooper Lewis Johnson into a conference room Sunday afternoon at Logan Health it was a welcome sight.
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Tpr. Johnson support rally set for Sunday at Logan Health
Also, MHP, Attorney General Austin Knudsen and local law enforcement officials will hold a support rally at 1 p.m. Sunday at Logan Health.
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Fisher River Valley Fire and Rescue hosts annual fishing derby
Last weekend, the department’s primary fundraiser enjoyed good weather as anglers from across northwest Montana worked to bring home cash, other prizes and fish for the dinner table.
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Rexford man accused of trooper assault back in court
Jason Allen Miller, 41, has three felony convictions and one misdemeanor conviction.
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Money available for bear deterrent projects
The Bear Smart Community Resource Fund will support projects designed to reduce bear attractants like garbage and human foods and to help community members create plans to keep people and property safe and bears out of trouble.
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GoFundMe fundraiser set up for injured Highway Patrol trooper
The Montana Highway Patrol trooper who was grievously injured during an incident involving a four-time convicted felon in northern Lincoln County last week has been identified and a fundraiser has been launched to support him and his family.
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Man accused of injuring trooper in vehicle chase makes first court appearance
A Lincoln County man accused of running over a Montana Highway Patrol trooper during a law enforcement pursuit Thursday made his initial court appearance Friday.
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Fundraiser set up for injured Highway Patrol trooper
The Montana Highway Patrol trooper who was grievously injured during an incident involving a four-time convicted felon in northern Lincoln County last week has been identified and a fundraiser has been launched to support him and his family.
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Accused of running over state trooper, felon appears in court
Jason Allen Miller, 41, of Rexford, appeared in front of Judge Jay Sheffield for his arrest on absconding from parole for previous convictions in the county for theft and possession of dangerous drugs.
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Man accused of stealing truck from dialysis center
Scull is currently locked up in the Missoula County Detention Center on felony charges related to a case from May 2022.
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Online fundraiser set up for injured trooper
The Montana Highway Patrol trooper grievously injured during an incident involving a four-time convicted felon in northern Lincoln County last week has been identified and a fundraiser has been launched to support him and his family.
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GoFundMe fundraiser set up for injured trooper
The Montana Highway Patrol trooper who was grievously injured during an incident involving a three-time convicted felon in northern Lincoln County last week has been identified and a fundraiser has been launched to support him and his family.
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Fundraising effort launched to support MHP trooper
Trooper Lewis Johnson, who is stationed in Eureka, has been on the job with MHP for eight years.
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Man accused of injuring trooper in vehicle chase makes first court appearance
A Lincoln County man accused of running over a Montana Highway Patrol trooper during a law enforcement pursuit Thursday made his initial court appearance Friday.
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Montana Highway Patrol trooper injured in Lincoln County chase
A Montana Highway Patrol trooper is in stable condition at a Kalispell hospital after being run over by a vehicle during a police chase Thursday afternoon in northern Lincoln County.
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Updated: Montana Highway Patrol trooper injured in Lincoln County chase
A Montana Highway Patrol trooper is in stable condition after being run over during a vehicle chase in Lincoln County on Thursday afternoon, authorities say.
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Former McCormick School employee sentenced for check fraud
Lincoln County School Superintendent Suzy Rios said Hilliard is no longer employed by the McCormick School.
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Libby students enjoy Scotchman Peak's Winter Tracks program
Libby resident Brooke Bolin, who is the Montana Outreach Coordinator for Friends, said the non-profit group has held its Winter Tracks for about six years.
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MHP trooper struck by vehicle during police chase
The trooper is reported to be in stable condition at a Kalispell hospital after being run over by the suspect vehicle during a police chase Thursday afternoon.
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Accused killer returned to Lincoln County
According to booking information from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office, Sauls was arrested on June 28.
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Whitefish sweeps Libby basketball teams
The Libby Loggers boys basketball team battled, but lost 42-40.
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Libby's DeShazer wins second straight championship
That dominating run led DeShazer to be named the Outstanding Wrestler.
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Navy pilot with Libby ties will be part of Super Bowl flyover
Anna Schauer’s stepdaughter, Caitie Perkowski, is a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and she is scheduled to be part of the jet flyover.
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Libby trio charged with child endangerment after search of filthy home
James William Deloach, Tonya Lynn Deloach and Matthew Manfred Priebe are lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on various charges.
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Libby man sentenced for gun assault
As part of a plea deal, Schertel pleaded guilty to criminal endangerment on Monday, Dec. 5.
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Convicted felon gets suspended sentence in assault case
William Timothy Teeple, 43, pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of assault with a bodily fluid.
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Libby's DeShazer leads 11 Loggers to state tournament
For the fourth time in two months, DeShazer beat Saltzman to claim the 205-pound title at the Western A Divisional Saturday in Polson.
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Libby man pleads guilty to stealing from sister-in-law
According to court documents, Kevin Paul Burke, 45, pleaded guilty to one felony count of theft.
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Logger student athletes sign letters of intent
Libby Loggers Greenchain member Matthew Niemi will also compete at the collegiate level.
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Local treatment court's future dependent on state support
Federal grant money helped launch treatment courts in a number of Montana counties, including Lincoln, a few years ago. But with the federal grant set to expire in September 2023, state lawmakers are considering a proposal by Gov. Greg Gianforte to fund treatment courts.
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Fisher River Fire Rescue ice fishing derby set for Feb. 18-19
Advance sale tickets are available at Happy’s Inn, Libby Sports Center, Snappy Sport Senter and Chancy and Dave’s Fish Camp. Tickets will also be sold at the event.
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Council OKs deal with county Sheriff for police protection
The proposal calls for the agreement to begin Wednesday, Feb. 1 and end June 30, unless the city notifies county Sheriff Darren Short that his department’s services are no longer needed.
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David Thompson SAR hosts winter safety training event
The training session included a classroom portion on Friday evening and outdoors training on Saturday on Keeler Mountain.
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Libby's new robotics team headed to state
Friday morning, Eureka and Libby students in grades 7-12 will be among several teams competing in the First Tech Challenge at Montana State University’s Shroyer Gym.
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Dirty Shame RV park plan draws ire of Yaak locals
The plan calls for 18 recreational vehicle sites, 10 cabins and six tent sites on the 5-acre chunk of land located just north of Yaak River Road.
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Kalispell man with arrest warrants jailed in Lincoln Co.
David Wayne Anderson, 51, is lodged in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $15,000 bail and facing one felony for allegedly possessing methamphetamine.
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Eureka man accused of fentanyl possession
Shane Michael Coursey, 56, is accused of possessing methamphetamine, Xanex and fentanyl after his arrest on Jan. 24.
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Troy Lady Trojans struggle out of gate, lose to Plains
But Plains held the Lady Trojans to just one point in the second quarter and took a 24-9 lead to halftime.
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Orr leads Trojans to easy win over Plains
Orr was dialed in from long distance in the first half and the Trojans built a 20-point halftime lead over the Horsemen, 32-12.
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City considers deal with county sheriff for protection
The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in council chambers at the city building at 952 E. Spruce St.
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City OKs paying Lincoln County Sheriff's Office for police protection
Controversy has swirled around city officials since word of the resignations reached the public in a Dec. 3 post on social media.
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Greenchain hammers Polson on Senior Night
Members of the Greenchain who were recognized included wrestlers Colby Booker, Matthew Niemi, Chase Rayome, Sam Rosling, Cael Schwindt, Tyler Smith, Mauro Vazquez-Otero, James Warner along with team managers Genevi Reatz and Maicy Svendsbye.
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Done deal: New owner takes keys of former Asa Wood School
Goodman also presented two framed posters that were signed by students and staff of the first class in 1954 at Asa Wood and the last, dated June 1, 2011.
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Troy man facing assault charge is accused of DUI
Joshua Michael Glaese, 39, was charged with felony DUI, fourth offense, and booked into the Lincoln County Detention Center after the Dec. 24, 2022, incident.
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Libby man denies stealing unemployment benefits
Austin Joel Zugg, 46, is charged with two felonies, including making false claims to public agencies and theft.
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Libby man pleads guilty to assaulting jail guard
Yakovenko's sentencing is scheduled for March 13.
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Troy man accused of attacking officers deemed fit to stand trial
Jonathan Joseph Peterson, 33, faces charges of assault on a peace officer, disorderly conduct, intimidation, resisting arrest and obstructing a peace officer following a Jan. 2, 2022, police pursuit.
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New wrestling club hopes to add opportunity for youth
The Cabinet Mountain Elite Wrestling Club started last summer and according to its organizers, RJ Masters and Kirby Couvillion, is meant to give area youth the chance to wrestle year-round.
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Forest Service seeks comment on Cedar Creek project
According to Matt Bienkowski, the operations supervisor for the Libby Ranger District, there are nearly 1,000 structures within 1.5 miles of the project area and nearly 3,000 within three miles.
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City to hold special meeting tonight on paying county for police protection
The situation began after three of the force’s officers - Chris Pape, Ian Smith and Cody DeWitt - gave their resignations on Nov. 21, 2022.
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Columbia Falls man accused of fentanyl possession
Alexandr Shestak, 53, was charged with two felony counts of possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Greenchain wrestling falls to Columbia Falls
The MatCats have eight grapplers ranked in the Jan. 17 Class A coaches poll.
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Police situation continues to rankle Libby City residents
In terms of an agreement between the city and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office to provide law enforcement coverage while the city works to rebuild its police force, council opted to table paying an invoice for $11,784.88.
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Plea deal proposed for man accused of assaulting officer
Yakovenko is scheduled to appear in District Court at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23.
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Libby launches second investigation into police chief as it rebuilds oversight commission
In separate press releases, Libby Mayor Peggy Williams announced a second investigation into allegations against Police Chief Scott Kessel and acknowledged that the city's Police Commission had lapsed in recent years.
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Eureka man headed to trial on strangulation charge
William Timothy Teeple, 43, appeared with his public defender, Scott B. Johnson, on Dec. 19 for a hearing to determine if his case would go to trial.
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Passions still run high in debate over Troy Dispatch
While the sentiment is not new, Troy folks are feeling more confident they can maintain their location after hiring some new dispatchers since last summer.
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Nomad GCS expanding operations to Libby
Mike Hahn, marketing director for Nomad, said the company's initial goal is to hire 20 to 50 people with a goal of 100 to 200 in the future.
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Loggers dump Eureka to help win Battle of the Kootenai
Sophomore Ryan Beagle led Libby with 17 points, including five 3-pointers.
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Libby man charged with drug crimes
Kevin J. Michael Simmons is facing felony charges of possessing methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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Greenchain celebrate first home meet with win over Eureka
The Greenchain didn’t disappoint the home faithful, beating the Eureka Lions, 46-21, to secure the Highway 37 Battle of the Kootenai trophy.
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Libby Police Commission elapsed; second investigation underway
According to the Jan. 7 press releases, Williams wrote that, “It has been determined that the police commission currently has no members."
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Libby man pleads guilty in shooting incident
Charles Fernley Woods Jr., 67, entered a guilty plea to an amended charge of felony criminal endangerment in Lincoln County District Court on Jan. 3.
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Greenchain log plenty of mat time in Mission Valley
Libby places fourth in dual and invitational tournaments.
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Libby basketball teams swept by CFalls, Browning
Tyler Andersen led the Loggers in scoring in both contests, totaling 48 points.
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Nomad GCS ready to put stakes down in Libby
Mike Hahn, marketing director for Nomad, said the company's initial goal is to hire 20 to 50 people with a goal of 100 to 200 in the future.
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Libby woman sentenced for meth possession
According to court documents, Quinn had five previous felony drug charges, four of which were dismissed. A fifth resulted in a 2-year deferred sentence.
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Residents voice displeasure with Libby police situation
Three of the force’s officers - Chris Pape, Ian Smith and Cody DeWitt - gave their resignations on Nov. 21, 2022.
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Libby man found not guilty of DUI
After two hours of deliberation, the jury found Miller not guilty of driving under the influence.
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Former Libby Police officers say mismanagement led to mass resignation
Two of the three former Libby police officers who resigned on the same day late last year went public recently with their motivations for leaving the department.
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Investigators arrest Idaho man for alleged drug dealing
Redl was arraigned on Dec. 5 in Lincoln County District Court and pleaded not guilty to possession of dangerous drugs with intent to distribute, use of property subject to criminal forfeiture and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Libby, Troy scholastic sports team return to action
On the mats, the Greenchain will wrestle a quad in Polson Thursday. In addition to the host Pirates, Stevensville and Bigfork will take part. The grapplers will then compete in the Ronan Tournament on Friday and Saturday.
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Libby to host conservation easement meeting
Lands under easement remain in private ownership and management and landowners continue to pay property taxes.
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Libby man accused of stealing unemployment benefits
Austin Joel Zugg, 46, is charged with two felonies, including making false claims to public agencies and theft.
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Stevenson chosen for East-West Shrine game
He joins 46 other Loggers who have been chosen since the game began in 1947.
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Former city cops share reasons for resigning
Ian Smith, Cody DeWitt and Chris Pape gave their resignations to the city on Nov. 21.
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Arrest warrant issued for man accused of drug violation in Lincoln Co.
Aron Robert Porras, 30, of Whitefish, pleaded not guilty in Lincoln County District Court on Nov. 14 to felony possession of dangerous drugs and three misdemeanors, including DUI. The charges were the result of a traffic stop in Lincoln County earlier this year.
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Libby career criminal agrees to plea deal in drug case
In November, Waldron was arrested again on meth possession after an odd incident on U.S. 2 between Libby and Troy.
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Man nabbed in chase has a long criminal history
A man who was stopped in a high speed chase earlier this month on Highway 2 in West Glacier has a long criminal history in Flathead and Lincoln counties.
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John Konzen Court dedicated at Troy Activity Center
In honor of his work, the court inside the Troy Activity Center will be known as John Konzen Court.
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Police chase leads to arrest of wanted man
According to Trooper Laramie Stefani, the pursuit began near Browning on U.S. 2 for Richard Mongan, 51, of Kalispell.
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Frigid temperatures across region; more winter weather on the way
According to the National Weather Service, shortly before noon on Thursday, it was minus-36 in the Yaak and minus-27 in Eureka.
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John Konzen Court dedicated at Troy Activity Center
In honor of his work, the court inside the Troy Activity Center will be known as John Konzen Court.
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Woman with long criminal history sentenced for truck theft
District Judge Matt Cuffe gave Burns a 3-year sentence, to be served concurrently with a 3-year term Burns received in 2016 in Yellowstone County for escape.
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Flathead police chase leads to arrest of man wanted locally
According to Trooper Laramie Stefani, the pursuit began near Browning on Highway 2 for Richard Mongan, 51, of Kalispell.
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Local woman seeks to spark interest in teens to volunteer
But Harmon was recently inspired to try and get area teens more involved with first responders in south Lincoln County.
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Libby man sentenced on meth possession charge
Bohn was given credit for serving 85 days in the Lincoln County Detention Center and released.
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Libby Police Chief Kessel to return to work on Dec. 27
Mayor Peggy Williams wrote in the release that, “On Nov. 21, 2022, three employees resigned abruptly expressing dissatisfaction with workplace conditions. An investigation could not determine that there were any violations of laws or policies to support termination of the chief of police.”
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Libby basketball sweeps varsity games at Troy
Despite temperatures hovering at or below zero, both games were well attended. Admission was free, there were gift basket giveaways and at halftime of both games, Troy’s youth hoops players entertained the audience.
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Ronan, Polson hand Lady Loggers defeats
The Lady Loggers play at Thompson Falls on Tuesday before taking on Troy on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.
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Loggers basketball splits games with Ronan, Polson
Against the Chiefs, the Loggers fell behind 14-7 after one quarter. But the Loggers dominated the rest of the way while outscoring Ronan 32-13 in the second and third quarters.
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Libby's DeShazer places fourth at Tri-State
At 138 pounds, junior Zekiah Meyers was 3-2.
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Libby man pleads guilty to felony in golf course incident
Shane Brian Rice, 20, pleaded guilty on Dec. 12 to felony criminal mischief in Lincoln County District Court.
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County officials concerned as flu cases increase
County Public Health Manager Jennifer McCully said there is quite a bit of concern because people will soon be getting together for holiday gatherings.
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Convicted sex offender headed back to prison
Jeb E. Marquis, 33, was recently convicted of not registering in Montana as a sexual offender.
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Eureka man sentenced in meth possession case
Johnson told District Judge Matt Cuffe that Tumlin had completed treatment at a facility in Kalispell and is on a drug patch.
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Trojans open season with OT thriller over Noxon
But Trojans head coach Justin Young turned up the heat as he called for full court pressure that Noxon didn’t handle well and Troy kept battling to force overtime.
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Greenchain second at Kinney Classic in Superior
The Libby Greenchain wrestling team crowned three champions.
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Noxon holds off Troy Lady Trojans, 42-32
Foul trouble plagued Troy and helped Noxon get many opportunities at the free throw line.
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Libby man pleads guilty to gun offense
Filip Matthew Schertel, 30, was first charged with two felony counts of assault with a weapon, one felony count of criminal endangerment and a misdemeanor count carrying a concealed weapon while under the influence.
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Wolf trapping opens in some areas of occupied grizzly bear habitat
The areas of occupied grizzly bear habitat now open include areas in FWP Region 1, elk and deer hunting districts 100, 101, 103, 104 120, 121, 122, 123 and 124.
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Inquiry launched into Libby Police Department after mass resignations
Three Libby Police officers quit the force Nov. 21, and Chief Scott Kessel has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an inquiry into the resignations.
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Arrest warrant issued for repeat Lincoln Co. offender
Jamie Ray Abrahamson, 43, is charged in Lincoln County District Court with felony criminal possession of dangerous drugs.
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Suspended sentence for Libby man who drove drunk with child in truck
Cuffe said the sentence was appropriate and that Sweatt had a low risk of re-offending.
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Three Libby police officers resign; Chief Kessel put on paid leave
The startling development was not announced by city officials until after social media posts revealed the information in the last few days.
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Winters sports begins for south Lincoln Co. teams
On the wrestling mats, the Greenchain began their season last weekend at Polson in the Owen Invitational.
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Libby's Stevenson named to All-State football team for second year
University of Montana recruit senior Cy Stevenson is a first team pick at running back and linebacker.
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Convicted child killer drops parole bid mid-hearing
Convicted child killer Robert Hornback will not be getting his freedom any time soon and he won’t come before the Montana Board of Pardons and Parole for another six years.
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Libby woman charged with burglary
According to a police report, video surveillance showed a woman had entered the business through a back door.
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Libby child killer drops parole bid during hearing
Child killer Robert Hornback will not be getting his freedom any time soon and he won’t come before the Montana Board of Pardons and Parole for another six years.
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Avalanche warning issued as northwest Montana digs out from snow storm
The avalanche warning includes mountainous terrain above 5,000 feet in elevation on the Kootenai National Forest, Silver Valley, Selkirk and Cabinet Mountains.
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Troy family works to recover from loss of home in fire
Kenneth and Sheryl Hammrich lost their home due to a fire on Wednesday, Oct. 23.
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Man with Libby ties pleads guilty to criminal endangerment
Rex Lee Rohan, 53, entered his plea from a correctional facility in Alaska on Nov. 21.
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Libby man accused of attempted sex assault seeks bail reduction
Jason D. Buford, 45, is charged with felony attempted sexual assault, and two misdemeanors, including unlawful restraint and partner or family member assault, second offense.
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Victim testifies at man's sentencing for stealing cash and pot
The victim said Fish had watched from outside their home when his wife undressed while getting ready for bed.
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Libby veteran shares story of faith and inspiration
Today, Shelton is in charge of the youth ministry at the Libby Christian Church and he has a life for which he and his family are very thankful for.
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Elk harvest up, deer harvest down in northwest Montana
The counts at the stations represent a sampling of the harvest and do not represent the complete number of animals taken.
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More affordable housing coming to Libby
The plan is for Cabinet Affordable Housing to build a 24-unit housing project targeting households with limited income. They will be located on a 4.1 acre lot on Commerce Way, across from the Flathead Valley Community College.
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Man convicted in murder that rocked Libby seeks parole
A convicted child killer whose crime shocked Libby nearly 40 years ago is seeking parole.
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Moose hunt a test of perseverance
Hunters who have been in the game for any appreciable length of time know they must exercise great patience and perseverance in the pursuit of success.
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Libby woman pleads guilty to meth possession
According to court documents, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies were monitoring suspected drug deals on March 26 happening at various casinos in Libby.
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Turkey Dash supports Libby area charitable groups
The event raised money for two area non-profits - the Libby Food Pantry and the Kootenai Valley Partners chapter of Habitat for Humanity.
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Murder victim's mother wants killer to remain behind bars
Robert George Hornback, 58, is a name that long-time Libby residents would prefer to forget. He was convicted of brutally killing 8-year-old Ryan VanLuchene on March 3, 1988.
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County's election process questioned at commission meeting
The audit, which will occur at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the county Election Center at 418 Mineral Ave., in Libby, will include a hand count of 234 ballots from Precinct 6, which is the McCormick area located about 15 miles northwest of Troy.
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Jury finds Eureka man not guilty in domestic incident
Authorities had accused Benjamin Joseph Brown, 43, of breaking into his girlfriend’s home in December 2021. But jurors, who deliberated for less than one hour, came back with a not guilty verdict on Thursday, Nov. 10.
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Libby couple works hard to get their bucks
The couple has bagged five deer, including two large mule deer bucks, and had experiences they’ll never forget.
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Court order changes wolf hunting season near Glacier, Yellowstone
The order does not affect seasons in other Wildlife Management Units in Region 1 (Northwest Montana).
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Area man sentenced for drug conviction
Jasper Marten Howell, 45, pleaded guilty in district court to misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Patience pays off for Northwest Montana moose hunter
He had recovered from a bad fall he suffered in November 2019 after bagging a mountain goat while hunting in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness.
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Bike thief sentenced for theft
District Judge Matt Cuffe accepted the plea of 37-year-old Brenton Keith Erickson on Sept. 26 and then gave him a 5-year suspended sentence.
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Libby honors its military veterans
The Kootenai Valley Quilt Guild presented handmade quilts to several area veterans.
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County commissioner wants vote audit expanded
State Sen. Mike Cuffe (R-Eureka) thought increasing the audit was a good idea in an effort to create more confidence in the process.
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Troy log furniture maker pleads guilty to theft
Steven Edward Grable, 56, the owner of Montana Custom Log Furniture, entered a guilty plea on Oct. 20 to one felony count of theft in a common scheme.
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Two Troy men die in fatal traffic crash near Libby
According to Montana Highway Patrol, a 67-year-old man from Honolulu, Hawaii, was driving a Dodge R15 east toward Libby at about 2:23 p.m. when he lost control of the vehicle.
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County discusses bridge work, improving pedestrian access
Thompson said money is available from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was approved by Congress on Nov. 5, 2021, and made law by Pres. Joe Biden on Nov. 15.
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Libby woman accused of drug offenses
Stephanie Laurel Varner, 36, entered her plea on Oct. 17 in district court to one felony count of possession of dangerous drugs and one misdemeanor count of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Hot-button issues spur high county voter turnout; Zinke wins
According to county Election Administrator Paula Buff, voters turned in 6,419 absentee ballots for a 73% return rate.
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Lincoln County rescue teams assist hiker, hunter
A hike and hunter who had trouble in southern Lincoln County’s wilder places are back in safer environs after local search and rescue teams brought them to safety.
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Troy man accused of attacking wife may argue self defense
Glaese was in court with his attorney, Sean Hinchey for a hearing to determine the length of a potential trial and also to request permission to leave Montana from Nov. 2 to Nov. 11.
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Troy native writes book about war experiences
Since returning from Pakistan in 2016, Stoval found writing to be a therapeutic outlet for coping with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
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Search and rescue teams bring back lost adventurers
Two folks who were having trouble in southern Lincoln County’s wilder places are...
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Libby man pleads guilty to meth possession
Eric Ernest Bohn, 49, entered the plea on Oct. 31 while on video from the Lincoln County Detention Center.
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Fatal crash reported on U.S. 2 west of Libby
Also, a two-vehicle traffic accident occurred at about 9:40 a.m. on Montana 37 at mile marker 8 near the Osprey Landing boat ramp.
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County officials join effort to show support for veterans
With Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11, the nation’s counties and boroughs are preparing to show support for veterans by lighting its buildings green from Nov. 7 to Nov. 13.
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Libby man accused of assaulting wife during argument
Libby Police Officer Joshua Brabo wrote in a report that he was called to a residence on Commerce Way for an incident that began as a verbal argument and escalated to a physical assault.
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Fall sports season ends for Libby, Troy squads
Cy Stevenson ran 17 times for 53 yards and scored the Logger’s lone touchdown.
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Red Ribbon Week promotes drug-free lifestyle
Outfits worn by chefs, firefighters and law enforcement were just some of the costumes worn by Libby Elementary School students were part of Red Ribbon Week.
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EPA provides update on cleanup work at old mill site
The former lumber and plywood mill where soil and groundwater was contaminated due to the wood treating operations that occurred at the time.
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Ague back in court on drunk driving charge
Ague, who is free on bail, pleaded not guilty on Oct. 17 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Eureka man pleads guilty to meth possession
According to Montana State Prison records, Tumlin, an Illinois native, has seven felony convictions in Montana dating back 33 years.
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Unwanted prescription drugs can be taken to county Sheriff's Office
Medicines that languish in homes are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse.
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Montana woman accused of stealing truck pleads guilty
Burns, a Florida native, has a long criminal history with five convictions in Yellowstone County between 2015 and 2016, according to state prison records.
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Thursday Night Pursuits continues inspirational, exciting stories
For nearly two decades the church has hosted its beloved sharing of faith and hunting and fishing stories with the community.
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Rare moose hunt a test of perseverance for Flathead Valley man
Hunters who have been in the game for any appreciable length of time know they must exercise great patience and perseverance in the pursuit of success.
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Libby man pleads not guilty to drug offenses
According to charging documents filed by County Attorney Marcia Boris, Bohn is accused of the offenses on two separate occasions between late May and late September.
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Troy students see how Lincoln County ballots are counted
The test, which was held on Friday, Oct. 14 in the Election Center at the county Annex Building on Mineral Avenue in Libby, included 15 test ballots from each of the 14 precincts in the county.
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Loggers clinch state playoff berth with win over Corvallis
Libby (4-5) outscored Corvallis, 52-42, on Senior Night Friday to punch their ticket to the Montana Class A state playoffs. The Loggers will play at Laurel at 1 p.m. Saturday.
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Libby man accused of burglarizing family member's home
Kevin Paul Burke, 45, pleaded not guilty to felony charges of burglary and theft on Monday, Oct. 17.
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Libby man pleads guilty to driving drunk with infant son in vehicle
Mark Allen Sweatt II, 36, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of criminal endangerment.
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Troy woman accused of attempted theft
Elizabeth Kathline Williams, 29, pleaded not guilty to amended charges of felony attempted theft and others.
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Libby Elementary School students learn about bullying
Bullying among school-age children can cause effects that last well into adulthood and result in various negative outcomes, including physical injury, depression, dropping out of school and even death.
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Victor spoils Senior Night for Troy Trojans
Before the game, senior players Trevor Grant and Paxton Fisher, along with team manager Isabella Tunison, were recognized.
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Montana man charged with choking, punching wife
Todd Dean Goodrich, 57, is facing one felony count of strangulation of a partner or family member and one misdemeanor count of partner or family member assault.
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Troy volleyball battles on Senior Night, but Arlee prevails
Between the junior varsity and varsity matches, three Lady Trojans, Audrianna Borgmann, Elaine Folkerts and Zeeannah Reid, were honored as well as two senior cheerleaders, Audrey Evans and Devynn Cummings.
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Man gets hefty fine, suspended sentence in DUI case
McDaniel was charged with DUI in July 2021 after a law officer saw him driving erratically in Libby.
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Ballots are in the mail for 2022 general election
Buff reminded county residents that all election business is being conducted at the Election Center at the county Annex Building, located at 418 Mineral Ave. in Libby.
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Montana Supreme Court rejects accused killer's bail reduction request
The justices unanimously ruled on Oct. 4 against the request by sixty-three-year-old Garry Douglas Seaman, a Kalispell attorney charged in the shooting death of James Preston Freeman and the wounding of his former, long-time domestic partner.
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Teske wants to continue service to Lincoln Co.
Brent Teske was appointed to replace Mark Peck on the board last year after Peck’s resignation. Teske previously served as Libby’s mayor and before that on city council.
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Crismore says county residents deserve a choice in commissioner race
The Libby native touted his varied experiences as why he should be a commissioner.
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Accused killer's bail reduction rejected by Supreme Court
An accused killer’s latest attempt to have his $25 million bail lowered has been rejected by the Montana Supreme Court.
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Threats phoned into Libby schools deemed unfounded
Police are investigating threatening phone calls made to the Libby Elementary School and the Libby Middle High School late Wednesday morning.
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Libby Public Schools receive threatening phone calls
Libby Superintendent of Schools Ron Goodman echoed Police Chief Scott Kessel’s comments that the threats were not credible.
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Lincoln Co. man pleads guilty to stealing expensive bike
Erickson, who appeared on video from the county jail, originally faced felony theft and attempted escape charges as well as a count of misdemeanor obstructing an officer.
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Successful hunters can submit samples for CWD testing
The Libby CWD sampling station is open from 10 a.m. to sunset on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
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Arlee rumbles past Troy Trojans, 62-20
The home-standing Trojans did have some moments in the game as freshman David Arvidya returned a kickoff 70 yards for a touchdown and senior Trevor Grant scored twice, including a 43-yard gallop and a 68-yard kick return.
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Lincoln Co. man pleads guilty to stealing pot, cash
Quentin Travis Henry Fish, 19, pleaded guilty to felony theft and misdemeanor criminal mischief in Lincoln County District Court on Oct. 3.
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Loggers triumph over Bigfork on Senior Night
Gabe Hollingsworth and Dylan Warner each scored two goals and Kale Hall scored one.
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Lady Loggers soccer battles valiantly in Senior Night loss
Libby sophomore Morgan Hayes scored two goals for the Lady Loggers.
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Authorities say Troy woman tried to run over boyfriend
Amanda Rose Marcum, 36, pleaded not guilty on Monday in Lincoln County District Court to felony assault with a weapon and misdemeanor partner or family member assault.
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Troy man accused of not registering as violent offender
James Vern Hutt, 47, pleaded not guilty to the charge on Monday in Lincoln County District Court.
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Stevenson leads Loggers to Homecoming win over Browning
Stevenson, who leads the team in rushing, receiving and scoring, capped Libby’s first possession with a 3-yard touchdown run about midway through the first quarter.
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Nomad examines expansion of company to Libby
Nomad Global Communication Solutions launched in 2002 and has been building mobile command centers that feature modern communications systems that are used in various settings.
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Eureka man receives suspended sentence for felony theft
Wolf pleaded guilty to an amended charge of felony theft on Aug. 22.
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Troy man accused of stealing boat jailed
Travis Wade Pefferman, 39, failed to appear for arraignment on the charges on Sept. 19 and Sept. 26 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Libby considered for Northwest Montana business expansion
As part of their efforts to have a Libby location, the company is holding a workforce exploration event from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4 at the Lincoln County Campus of Flathead Valley Community College.
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Libby man accused of assaulting county deputy at jail
Bohdan Yuriyovych Yakovenko, 24, is charged with one felony count of assault on a peace officer.
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Libby man accused of assaulting child, driving drunk
Ty Reed Orsborn, 35, pleaded not guilty to felony assault on a minor and misdemeanor DUI on Sept. 19 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Libby's Malyevac, Foss qualify for state golf tournament
Junior Reece Malyevac and senior Mackenzie Foss will be playing at the Class A state tournament on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 at the Hamilton Golf Club.
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Libby man charged with gun crime near bar
Filip Matthew Schertel, 30, is charged with two felony counts of assault with a weapon.
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Concerned citizen gets alleged drunk driver off road
A Lincoln County citizen helped get an alleged drunk driver off the road during an incident near Rexford.
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Local officials discuss suicide prevention methods
At the Lincoln County Commissioners Sept. 14 meeting, Public Health Manager Jennifer McCully said there have been three teen suicide attempts in the last six weeks in the county.
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Libby benefitting from LOR Foundation work
They have already completed a number of projects benefitting Libby and are looking to do more.
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Commissioners approve Happy's RV park subdivision
The state Department of Environmental Quality and Department of Natural Resources Conservation will also have to approve the subdivision application.
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Western A golf Divisional comes to Libby
Golfers will play a practice round at 1 p.m. Thursday. The divisional will be a "chainsaw" start at 10 a.m. Friday.
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No letup with house fires in Libby area
The most recent occurred on the Tuesday afternoon on Parmenter Drive.
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Two Libby residents file write-in campaigns for county seats
The deadline for write-in candidates expired Sept. 6 and Lincoln County saw two candidates file for local races as declared write-ins for the 2022 general election on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
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Libby volleyball battles in defeat to Whitefish
In the first set, Libby jumped out to leads of 5-1 and 12-7.
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Two Libby residents file as write-in candidates for county offices
Amanda Eckart of Libby filed for the office of the county Public Administrator on Aug. 24 and Stu Crismore of Libby filed for the District 1 County Commissioner seat on Aug. 18.
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Trojans celebrate Homecoming with win over Plains
Derek Cole’s recovery capped a wild game as the Trojans picked up their first win of the 2022 season.
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Amtrak train fracas leads to assault charge
According to charging documents, Schneider has a history with law officers in South Dakota and Wyoming.
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Libby VFD extinguishes structure fire
The lone resident of the home - a wheelchair-bound man - was not home at the time, but firefighters didn’t know that until they searched the burning and smoke-filled home.
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Dozens attend hearing on proposed RV park at Happy's Inn
Commissioner Jerry Bennett said a decision would be made on Wednesday, Sept. 21.
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Troy parents voice displeasure; teacher tenders resignation
The teacher's resignation followed a school board meeting Monday night in a packed library where several parents and concerned citizens spoke their feelings about the situation.
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Malyevac leads Loggers at Libby Invitational
Malyevac's 2-over par score was good for third place in the 53-man field.
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Bull Gin Complex fires continue to grow
According to the Northern Rockies Incident Management Team 7, the fires have burned a little more than 3,000 acres in Sanders County, near the Lincoln County border. There was 0% containment as of Monday morning.
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Browning woman sentenced for drug offense in Lincoln Co.
Valerie Sue Dog Taking Gun Grant, 56, received a 5-year suspended sentence.
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Lincoln County woman accused of meth possession
According to the affidavit of probable cause, county Sheriff Deputy Clint Heintz was on patrol shortly after midnight on April 22 when he saw a vehicle with the driver’s side headlight out.
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Fire destroys home outside of Libby
The white, single story home, which was located at the corner of White Avenue and Rose Street, had flames coming out of the roof and heavy smoke.
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Soley steps in to take over Troy volleyball
In Thursday’s match, Plains won the first two sets, 25-10 and 25-11, before the Lady Trojans won a nail-biter in the third, 25-23.
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County will hold another public hearing on proposed RV park
The developers of a proposed RV park at Happy’s Inn and those opposed to it are sharing more information that they believe is relevant to the project.
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Libby man accused of sexually assaulting woman
Jason D. Buford, 45, is charged with three...
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Watson's Market finally bears its name
The new signage recently went up and the only change was that Watson’s handles Harvest Foods.
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Sanders County killer gets 80 years in state prison
A jury convicted Aaron Eugene McLaughlin, 41, in June following a successful prosecution by the Attorney General’s Office Prosecution Services Bureau.
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Wind spurs growth of wildfires in Bull Gin Complex
The trio of fires is now more than 1,400 acres in size and two of them saw growth due to gusty winds that drove fire fighters from one of the blazes.
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Northwest Montana woman accused of fentanyl possession
Halie Maria Herzog, 28, was charged with five counts of felony possession of dangerous drugs, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, hydrocodone/acetaminophen, psilocybin mushrooms and Suboxone without a prescription.
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Troy Trojans keep battling in loss to Mission
Players hugged and high-fived new head coach Justin Young after a 78-42 defeat to the Mission Bulldogs in 8-man football action in Troy.
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Type 2 team takes over as Bull Gin Fire Complex grows
Thompson’s team helped bring the Elmo Fire in Sanders and Flathead counties earlier this summer. Now, they’ll deal with four growing fires on the Cabinet District on the Kootenai National Forest.
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Labor Day weekend busy for Lincoln Co. first responders
A holiday weekend may mean an extra day off from the job, but for first responders it often means an increased chance of more work.
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Kootenai National Forest announces Bull Gin Complex closures
While many fires were contained and controlled, Kootenai National Forest officials decided on the evening of Friday, Sept. 2 to combine the Isabella Lake, Government, Billiard and the North Star fires into the Bull Gin Complex.
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County won't pursue sex assault case against Lincoln Co. man
County Attorney Marcia Boris told District Judge Matt Cuffe on Monday the county was dismissing the charge against 61-year-old Timothy William Ague, 61.
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Troy man accused of spraying wife with fire extinguisher
Joshua Michael Glaese, 39, pleaded not guilty to one felony count of assault with a weapon.
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Storm leaves residents without power; fire crews busy on new starts
According to Flathead Electric, the storm, which moved through the area a little after 9 p.m., left most customers without power until about 1 a.m.
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Man escapes serious injury in garage fire east of Libby
The scene was initially chaotic before everyone knew the man was OK.
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Two men charged with burglary, vandalism at golf course
Cole Douglas Murphy and Shane Brian Rice, 20, are charged with felony burglary, felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
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Libby cross country teams host invitational
Both the girls and boys teams are fielding full squads that can score as teams. Katzer said between the varsity, junior varsity and middle schools teams, there are 40 runners.
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Lincoln County residents seek remedy from unruly neighbor
They are concerned that if something isn’t done soon, the situation could escalate to violence.
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Loggers rough up East Helena, 37-0
The hosts got 164 yards and two touchdowns from Cy Stevenson and 155 yards and one TD from Jace DeShazer. Senior quarterback Trevor Collins ran for 26 yards and two touchdowns.
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Eureka woman accused of stealing from blind man
Sofiah Eden Serene Slette, 20, is charged with one count of felony theft, one count of felony drug possession.
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Former Libby City Councilor accused of fraud
Angel Lee Ford, 53, of Libby, who previously pleaded not guilty, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on Aug. 15.
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Libby man headed to Ukraine on a mission of mercy
Cohan, 74, was expected to arrive in Ukraine on Thursday, Aug. 25, to help train citizens of the war-torn country in medical techniques as it faces a continued invasion by the Russian Army.
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Libby welcomes Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
An estimated crowd of 200 enjoyed the performance of mistaken identity and an unintended love triangle.
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Libby man accused of threatening witness
According to charging documents, Miles was arrested on July 19 for alleged partner or family member assault.
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Vote postponed on Happy's RV Park subdivision
The development was apparently that a property owner with land adjacent to the proposed subdivision didn’t receive a letter until a day after the Aug. 10 hearing.
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Teamwork prevents blaze from destroying apartment complex
The man, a Libby City Police officer and the Libby Volunteer Fire Department worked to extinguish the blaze inside the office of the Libby Plaza II complex on Commerce Way.
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Man arrested after shots fired following argument
Gunfire erupted during an incident involving a forklift late Wednesday night on Jellison Road southeast of Evergreen.
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Coach Fuller ready to tackle 2022 season
Watching Fuller at a recent practice leaves no doubt to the desire he still has to coach and work with young people.
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Troy considers noise ordinance, passes alcohol measure
Some rowdy behavior in Troy has city officials approving and considering new ordinances to deal the problem.
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Troy Public Schools receive large technology grant
The federal grant was for $455,020 and comes from the Federal Communications Commission’s Emergency Connectivity Fund.
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Lincoln County man found not guilty of most serious charges in recent trial
Hartman’s time in the Lincoln County Courthouse was substantially different than his last appearance on June 20.
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Stories galore at 61st Annual Igniters Car Show
For instance, Troy’s Carl Weiss talked about the history of his green 1950 Chevy 5-window pickup truck.
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Lincoln County Fair begins Thursday in Eureka
The 4-H action begins at 8 a.m. Thursday with the market animal show. The dog show starts at 5:30 p.m.
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Libby to host elk management meeting on Aug. 22
FWP is seeking input on the existing elk population objectives and local elk management challenges.
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Arrest warrant issued for Troy man accused of threatening spouse
John Clinton Alyea, 39, was arrested on July 13.
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Lincoln Co. man gets prison time for stealing camper
Luke Deloy Hansen, 39, pleaded guilty on June 20 on a felony theft charge.
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Lincoln Co. families facing school meal costs, new levy
According to information from the Libby School District, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is not offering free meals this year and it has directed districts to return to the pricing model that existed before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Libby Schools hosting family workshop Aug. 23
The Libby School District, Spring Up Libby and Lincoln County Unite for Youth are hosting a workshop next week at the Libby Middle High School.
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Chain of Lakes residents raise concerns about proposed RV park
The Lincoln County Commissioners got an earful from some residents about a proposed subdivision for a RV park and campground in the Happy’s Inn area at a public hearing last week.
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Chain of Lakes residents speak against Happy's RV subdivision
The meeting room in the Lincoln County Courthouse is typically lucky to see more than a few residents, but at the Wednesday, Aug. 10 hearing, there weren’t enough chairs for those who shared their thoughts on the plan.
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Mistrial declared in Libby child sex assault case
Timothy William Ague, 61, was on trial for the offense from Wednesday through Friday.
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Salon arsonist receives deferred prosecution agreement
Karrie Lynn Beckman, 49, reached an agreement with the Lincoln County Attorney's Office on July 5.
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Libby School Trustees OK contract for Asa Wood cleanup
The school district received a $388,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfields Program in 2021 to clean up toxic buildings materials on the property.
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Wolf report shows stable population numbers through 2021
In the past season, a total of 273 wolves were taken, 148 by hunters and 125 by trappers, according to figures from FWP.
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Kootenai RC Racers host Hot August Showdown
Founded in 2013, the Kootenai RC Racers are northwest Montana's oldest, continuously running RC racing club.
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Libby ex-con accused of pistol whipping resident
Guy Eric Waldron, 44, is charged with robbery, assault with a weapon, theft and criminal endangerment after two separate incidents on July 24.
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Weasel Fire grows to more than 2,500 acres, crosses into Canada
According to the National Interagency Fire Center, about half the fire is burning in the U.S.
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Rexford man jailed after knife assault
Travis C. Plantiko, 42, pleaded not guilty to the felony.
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Bail remains at $25 million for accused campground killer
Garry Douglas Seaman, 63, is accused of deliberate homicide and attempted deliberate homicide.
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Bail kept at $25 million for accused campground killer
Bail will remain at $25 million for a Kalispell attorney accused of shooting two people — one his former, long-time domestic partner — at a campground near Libby Dam in May.
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Locals, Forest Service see hope for interface forest management
$19.3 million for forestry work in the Kootenai Complex Project, which includes Libby, Troy, Eureka, Stryker, Fortine and Trego, is coming to Lincoln County as a result of the federal, bi-partisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
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Fire crews continue battle on Weasel Fire
Kootenai National Forest officials raised the fire danger level to very high on Monday.
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Stalking case dismissed after Libby man dies
Keith Archer Carlson, 76, faced one felony count of stalking.
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Former Troy man sentenced after parole violations
In another alleged probation violation, Shelton threw his girlfriend to the ground, held her down and bit her hand.
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Weasel Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres
The Weasel Fire blew up Thursday and went from about 200 acres to more than 2,200 as of Friday afternoon.
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Gun assault alleged in incident between couple and truck driver
Woods Jr. pleaded not guilty to all three charges on July 25 in Lincoln County District Court.
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Butte man takes plea deal after ninth DUI charge
William Francis McDaniel, 61, signed an Alford plea, formally pleading guilty to one felony amended charge of criminal endangerment.
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Fortine man accused of assaulting family members
Steven James Houchin, 34, is accused of choking his sister-in-law and punching her son.
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Eureka woman convicted of drug crime accused of probation violation
District Court Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced Teresa Carr Mocko, 59, to five years, with three suspended, in December 2019.
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Libby man sentenced in Xbox assault case
John Travis Byrd, 45, received a 5-year suspended sentence from Judge Matt Cuffe.
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Lincoln County Commissioners OK preliminary budget
At a meeting earlier this month, a $11.2 million budget was passed.
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Repeat drug offender headed to prison
Eatwell asked for a recommendation and received one from Judge Matt Cuffe to be placed in the Veteran Reentry Program in Great Falls.
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Off the couch and into the outdoors for program participants
According to Bill Moe, a Libby Schools social studies teacher who helps run the program, about 60 local kids were involved.
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Libby man accused of stalking store employee will go on trial
Keith Archer Carlson, 76, is facing one felony count of stalking. He was arrested on March 25, 2022, after numerous incidents that allegedly began in the summer of 2021.
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Lincoln County man accused of DUI after U.S. 2 crash
Joshua Miller, 35, is charged with two felonies, including driving under the influence, fourth offense.
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Jury finds man guilty of witness tampering; hung on assault charge
A jury found Walter Jason Purkhiser, 42, guilty of felony witness tampering on Saturday, June 16 in Lincoln County District Court. But the group of eight women and four men deadlocked on one felony count of partner or family member assault, third offense.
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Wildlife officials answer rumors of eliminating deer
Part of the plan to reduce deer densities is through hunting.
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State, local officials continue efforts to slow spread of CWD
While local and regional wildlife management officials are generally pleased with slowing the spread of CWD in Libby and northwest Montana, there are no plans to retreat on how they deal with the affliction.
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Troy man kills 2 wolves that attacked his pet goats
There are two fewer wolves on the prowl in Lincoln County.
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Senior Night celebration: Loggers triumph in regular season finale
Tripp Zhang was one of five seniors, including Caden Williams, Landon Haddock, Aydan Williamson and Brett Osborne, who were honored between the doubleheader.
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Tugging incident leads to felony charges against Troy man
Garrett Damion Cassidy, 51, pleaded not guilty to assault with a weapon and criminal endangerment.
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Thompson SAR shares water safety information
At last Thursday’s David Thompson Search and Rescue water safety event at Riverfront Park in Libby, families learned about the reasons for wearing a PFD.
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Montana man kills two wolves in his barn
There are two fewer wolves on the prowl in Lincoln County, after a man shot two wolves attacking his goats.
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Libby woman charged with meth possession
Christine Renae Quinn, 52, appeared in Lincoln County District Court on July 11 and pleaded not guilty.
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Assistance available for those seeking bear deterrent fence
“Bears are one-time learners,” Annis said. “Once they find a food source, they’ll never forget it. Prevention is the key.”
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Lost Trail Conservation Area joins U.S. Wildlife Refuge system
Conservation easement ensures public access, recreation and sustainable timber harvest will continue on lands in Northwest Montana.
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Troy man kills wolves that attacked his goats
The man, who lives with his wife and son, did not want to be identified due to possible harassment from animal advocacy groups. But he did share his story with The Western News.
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Fire managers optimistic about current conditions
This year is in direct contrast to 2021 when spring conditions in the county and region were very dry.
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Man kills two wolves in his barn
There are two fewer wolves on the prowl in Lincoln County, after a man shot two wolves attacking his goats.
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Man kills two wolves in his barn
There are two fewer wolves on the prowl in Lincoln County, after a man shot two wolves attacking his goats.
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Meeting gives overview of CWD management efforts in Libby
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is hosting an informational meeting on chronic wasting disease in Libby.
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Lincoln County hosts first Pride Festival
Pride month, as well as a celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community, commemorates the June 1969 police raid of Stonewall Inn in New York, which is credited with sparking the gay rights movement in the U.S.
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COVID-19 alters van schedule for veterans
According to Jim Wardensky, a member of the Austin Reedy American Legion Post 97 in Libby who coordinates the transports, the van will only be transporting people on Tuesdays in July.
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Montana FWP hosting CWD meeting on July 19 in Libby
The public meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 in the Ponderosa Room at Libby City Hall.
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Libby Creek community receives grant for water, sewer work
The intent is for the community to connect to city water.
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Eureka man remains locked up after making several threats
Joseph Daniel Heil, 37, is facing one felony count of intimidation for alleged acts he committed recently.
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Lincoln County Detention Center re-opens to visitors
In an email from County Sheriff Darren Short, he wrote that all of the people who had to be quarantined were cleared.
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Troy log furniture maker will face retrial
Steven Edward Grable, 56, the owner of Montana Custom Log Furniture, was on trial for one felony count of theft on June 15 in the Lincoln County District Court when Judge Matt Cuffe declared a mistrial.
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Some county residents voice displeasure with Pride event
The festival, which was born out of an impromptu gathering in the summer of 2021 to celebrate Pride month, will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday at Riverside Park.
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Troy graduate honored for hostage rescue in Africa
They used to call him “Gump” but now they can call him an American hero.
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Eureka man accused of killing father arrested in LA
A Eureka man accused of killing his father on Memorial Day is in custody in Los Angeles County.
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Eureka man accused of killing father in custody in California
According to a news release from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, it was notified that Joshua Joseph Sauls, 23, the son of the victim John Sauls, was arrested by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office on unrelated charges.
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Officials ID man killed in Whitefish motorcycle crash
The Flathead County Sheriff's Office has identified a 22-year-old man who died in a motorcycle crash near Whitefish on June 30.
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Polson man gets prison time for posing as law enforcement
A Polson man accused of posing as a federal law enforcement agent to two girls last summer was sentenced recently in Lincoln County District Court.
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Polson man gets prison time for posing as law enforcement
Pernell Dionne pleaded guilty plea in December 2021 to to a single count of impersonating a public servant.
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County commissioners approve cost of living increase for employees
The motion to approve a 2.5% increase for all county employees, excluding those in union positions, was approved unanimously.
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Assistance available for those seeking bear deterrent fence
Annis says FWP also has a program where people can get a loaner fence for free to try it out.
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Bear Aware presentation includes live fire demo
But the substance that emitted from the canisters was not the real thing as area folks from the ages of 7 to 70 took turns spraying inert canisters.
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Troy High School grad is an American hero
Kris Goyen is a Technical Sgt. in the U.S. Air Force who was recently honored for his actions in the rescue of an American citizen taken hostage.
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Repeat offender pleads guilty to stealing camper
Luke Deloy Hansen, 39, entered his plea on June 20 on a felony theft charge.
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Caution urged for fireworks users, recreationists during holiday weekend
The outlook for the July 4 holiday weekend is quite a bit different in Lincoln County than it was in 2021.
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Troy prepares for annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration
The celebration, more than 100 years old, will include the traditional fireworks display, parade and car show.
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Lincoln County man causes ruckus in courtroom
Hartman, who is currently serving a 3-year sentence in the Montana State Prison for criminal endangerment, uttered several profanities at District Court Judge Matt Cuffe.
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No visitors allowed at Lincoln County jail after COVID-19 outbreak
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received notice of its first confirmed positive case of COVID-19 in the detention center, according to a post on its social media page on June 28.
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Authorities looking for Eureka man accused of killing his father
Authorities are seeking a man from Eureka who is accused of killing his father in the Thirsty Lake Road area on May 30.
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Authorities seek Eureka man accused of killing father
Joshua Joseph Sauls, 23, has been charged with deliberate homicide in the shooting death of John Lewis Sauls.
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U.S. Forest Service moving ahead with Black Ram project
While Dan Hottle, Northern Region Press Officer for the U.S. Forest Service, realizes litigation could stop the project in the future, he said “We have to find out how it’s gonna look and how it will look.”
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County will pursue tax on recreational marijuana; city enacts ordinance
Commissioner Jerry Bennett said money from the tax would go to law enforcement or mental health services.
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Libby man sentenced for officer assault
Judge Matthew Cuff gave 40-year-old Jay Waylon Carver a 4-year deferred sentence.
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Loggers roll to fifth-place finish in Big Bucks Tourney
In the Logger’s first game, they fell 9-2 to the Claremont Cardinals. But they triumphed in their next three games, beating Latah, Idaho, 6-4, and the Northern Lakes Mountaineers, 11-1, on Saturday and 15-7 on Sunday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County attorney seeks sanctions against state public defender's office
Following a recent mistrial in the case of a Troy man accused of stealing thousands of dollars from people across the country, Lincoln County Attorney Marcia Boris is seeking sanctions against the Montana Office of the Public Defender and two of its attorneys.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Libby’s Johnston playing in European Amateur Championship
Libby native Ryggs Johnston is playing in the 35th edition of the European Amateur Championship this week at Parador de El Saler, Spain.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County attorney seeks sanctions against state public defender's office
According to court documents filed Tuesday, June 21, in the Lincoln County District Court, Boris filed a motion for sanctions and payment for nearly $10,000 that it cost the county to hold the trial.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Eureka man headed to state prison for sex offense
John Kendall Ellis, 35, pleaded guilty to a single count of solicitation to incest.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County's Crisis Intervention Team hopes to make a difference
The academy included first responders from various agencies in the county who respond to many situations across a broad spectrum of events.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Libby's Johnston playing in European Amateur Championship
Wednesday, Johnston carded an even par 72.
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Mistrial declared in case of Troy log furniture maker
A mistrial was declared in the matter of a Troy man accused of stealing thousands of dollars from people all over the country after taking orders from them for custom log furniture and then not producing the items.
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County commissioners say better technology, savings reasons for dispatch center consolidation
The issue been a major topic in the county for many years, but the commissioners said changes in technology and increasing costs are reasons why consolidation is needed.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
FWP seeks comment on environmental assessment for habitat conservation leases
Examples of conservation easements and land purchases currently in process are several timberland conservation easements in Northwest Montana.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Big Bucks tournament begins Thursday at the Lumberyard
Thursday's second game will feature the host Loggers battling the Claremont Cardinals at 5:30 p.m.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Libby man pleads guilty to assaulting wife
John Travis Byrd, 44, entered a guilty plea to an amended charge of criminal endangerment.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Memories of Dad
When I picture my Dad, he’s walking up the north bank of Beech Run with a small fishing rod in his hand.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mistrial declared in case of Troy log furniture maker
A mistrial was declared in the matter of a Troy man accused of stealing thousands of dollars from people all over the country after taking orders from them for custom log furniture and then not producing the items.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Two Lincoln County men plead not guilty to burglary charges
Colin C. Wolf, 24, and Vaughn Grier Rouse, 25, of Rexford, are accused of stealing guns and fishing rods, an inflatable raft and an outboard motor from a home.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Yaak River Road reopened to traffic
According to the Montana Department of Transportation, Yaak River Road, also known as National Forest 508, is now open with a reduced speed limit of 35 miles per hour in the Yaak Falls area.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mistrial declared in case of Troy log furniture maker
Steven Edward Grable, 55, was on trial for one felony count of theft Wednesday afternoon in the 19th District Judicial Court when Judge Matt Cuffe made the ruling.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Yaak River and Eastside roads closed in Lincoln County
According to the Montana Department of Transportation, Yaak River Road, also known as National Forest 508, is closed from mile marker 4 to 18 due to rock slides.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Loggers split twin bill with Kalispell
Caden Williams threw a gem for the Loggers in the second game as he struck out several Lakers.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Families enjoy Troy Kids' Fishing Day
Whether they were landing a rainbow trout, watching grandma untangle their line or just running around the pond, children smiled and laughed with delight.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Lincoln County woman charged with embezzlement
Carvey is accused of stealing more than $7,500 from a coffee shop where she worked at in Eureka.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Teske wins Republican primary for county commissioner
Teske collected 2,160 votes to best his counterpart, Stu Crismore, by 140 votes.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Libby man accused of DUI with infant son in car
Mark Allen Sweatt II, 36, is charged with felony DUI.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Area Kiwanis Club has a new name
Tuesday at Fireman Memorial Park in Libby, the group unveiled its new moniker - Kiwanis Club of Libby and Troy.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Troy man accused of assault with weapon
Ronald Craig Bechtold, 70, pleaded not guilty to two felony count of assault with a weapon.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Hand count of ballots nears conclusion in Lincoln County
As of 1:45 p.m. Thursday, Zinke led Olszewski by 1,180 votes, or 1.5 percentage points, out of 80,196 votes counted. Lincoln County had an estimated 6,000 ballots to hand count, but there weren’t many left to tabulate after lunch.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused in campground homicide pleads not guilty
A Kalispell man accused of shooting two people, killing one, at a campground near Libby last month appeared in the Montana 19th Judicial District Court Monday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Man accused in Lincoln County homicide pleads not guilty
Garry Douglas Seaman, 63, pleaded not guilty to three felony counts, including deliberate homicide and attempted deliberate homicide.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Dinner on the Diamond goes indoors, but still a big success
Threatening weather and a few leaky canopies forced Loggers manager Kelly Morford to make the call to move the event.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Missing Lincoln County child found safe
A missing 4-year-old boy in the Bull Lake area in Lincoln County has been found alive.
SHOSHONE NEWS-PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Missing Lincoln County child found safe
According to a message Sunday afternoon from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Ryker Webb was found alive and in good health.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Boy who went missing in Lincoln County found
A 4-year-old boy who went missing in the Bull Lake area of Lincoln County has been found alive.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Search continues for missing child in Lincoln County
Short said a call came in about 5 p.m. Friday that the boy was missing from a residence located on Montana Highway 56 in the Bull Lake area.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
State commission considers changes to bull elk permits
Fourteen hunting districts are at least 200 percent above population objectives.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell woman charged in alleged cancer fraud scheme
A Flathead Valley woman accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from donors in an alleged cancer fraud scheme has been charged in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Longtime Kalispell Police records official heads into retirement
Teresa Parker went to work when she was just a junior in high school and after nearly half a century, she’s ready for the joys of retirement.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man sentenced for assaulting county jail guards
A Kalispell man who violently assaulted three jail guards earlier this year was sentenced Thursday in Flathead County District Court to serve time in the Montana State Prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Body found inside burned camper under investigation
Flathead County authorities are investigating the death of a person found inside a burned camper trailer on Blacktail Mountain.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AR-15 shooter accused of parole violation
A Flathead Valley man convicted of firing a gun during an incident at a state fishing access site last year is behind bars after several alleged probation violations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
State commission considers changes to bull elk permits
The most controversial proposal is one that would change the number of limited-entry bull elk permits in some hunter districts where elk numbers exceed the state’s population objective.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Officers investigate body found in burned camper
After the fire was extinguished, crews found a body inside the trailer, which was destroyed in the blaze.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Blue Hawks crown two champs; Superior places four at Owen Invite
Two-time defending state champion Trae Thilmony opened strong with a dominating run through the 145-pound bracket.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Former school employee, first responder sentenced for rape
A former private school employee and Flathead Valley first responder charged with rape has been sentenced to state prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Woman killed after striking moose
A Charlo woman died in a traffic crash near Libby when her vehicle struck a moose.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Goguen sues New York Post for defamation
In response to a recent article published in the New York Post, Whitefish philanthropist Michael Lewis Goguen has sued the media outlet for defamation.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Convicted killer accused of parole violation
An Evergreen man convicted of strangling his neighbor to death during a fight 13 years ago is facing a possible return to state prison after he allegedly got into a drunken fight with another man in Deer Lodge in October.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man jailed after alleged road rage incident
A Columbia Falls man with a violent past has been charged with a felony after a reported road rage incident earlier this week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Decomposed bodies found in Lake Blaine home
Investigators are working to determine the causes of death of two men found inside a residence in the Lake Blaine area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Goguen sues New York Post for defamation
In response to a recent article published in the New York Post, Whitefish philanthropist Michael Lewis Goguen has sued the media outlet for defamation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man charged after allegedly threatening baby
A Columbia Falls man with a lengthy criminal history is charged with threatening an 8-month-old baby during a recent incident.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man accused of threatening baby
A Columbia Falls man with a lengthy criminal history is charged with threatening an 8-month-old baby during a recent incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Thompson Falls steamrolls way to state championship
But to the Blue Hawks, the Titans were just another speed bump on the way to a third championship in school history.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Handcrafted Spirits finds a welcome home in Evergreen
In Evergreen, a popular distillery created in Whitefish years ago has found a home.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Kalispell Police officer sentenced for drunken crash
A retired Kalispell Police Department officer charged with DUI and criminal endangerment after a collision last fall has pleaded guilty.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Arizona man pleads guilty to negligent homicide
An Arizona man accused of killing a Kalispell resident while allegedly driving drunk last year pleaded guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell woman charged in alleged weed whacker attack
A Kalispell woman has been charged with attacking another woman with a weed wacker during a late night incident last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Blue Hawks rout Park City; will play for state title on home field
The Blue Hawks will host this Saturday’s game at Previs Field against the defending 8-man champs, Drummond-Philipsburg. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mineral County career criminal charged in shooting incident
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Accused wife killer free on bail
Bradley Jay Hillious, 35, accused of killing his wife in December 2020, was released from the Flathead County Detention Center Monday after posting $100,000 bail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused of pointing gun at women
A Kalispell man was arrested after he allegedly pointed a handgun at a woman, her daughter and grandchild while they walked on the street in Coram.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Woman accused of DUI with 3 kids in car
A Flathead Valley woman is facing a felony charge after she was accused of driving drunk with her three children in the car.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Man accused of knife assault on Rails to Trails
Virgil Antoine Phillips is no stranger to the criminal justice system in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man gets prison time for sexually assaulting girl
A Bigfork man is headed to state prison for sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sanders Co. residents: Tourists are welcome for brief time
County residents who attended a meeting about tourism last Wednesday voiced those feelings and others during a 2-hour session put on by Glacier Country Tourism.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Getting to the point is goal of Plainly Speaking Toastmasters
Each Tuesday evening, save for holiday weeks, the group gathers in the Plains Alliance Church Library.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man to plead guilty in federal fraud case
A Whitefish man accused of several federal charges in relation to a fraudulent scheme against a Northwest Montana businessman is scheduled to plead guilty in court Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Land protection specialist works to protect 'special places'
When nature and wildlife enthusiasts enjoy public access in the Flathead Valley, Laura Katzman is one of the people they can thank.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Flathead ex-con accused of assaulting his children
A Flathead Valley man with a long criminal past is back in custody after authorities allege he assaulted his two sons during a recent incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Man charged after driving into convenience store
A man who drove into a convenience store on U.S. 93 in Happy Valley Saturday night reportedly was considering taking his life during a fight with his girlfriend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Thorne Creek Fire salvage project open for public comment
The project does not include timber harvest, road construction, or reconstruction within the roadless areas.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell woman accused of DUI with child in vehicle
A Kalispell woman was recently arrested after she allegedly drove drunk with a 6-year-old child in the vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Alleged killer pleads not guilty in shooting outside Fuel Fitness
A transient man charged with murder in the alleged shooting death of the manager of Fuel Fitness in Kalispell last month pleaded not guilty Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Commissioner Brooker announces her resignation
Brooker, a commissioner for 27 years, addressed a letter dated Oct. 13 to her fellow commissioners, Glen Magera and Tony Cox, announcing her decision.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Justice Department suing local Nazi sympathizer
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing a Nazi sympathizer living in Libby in an effort to collect a $9.9 million fine from the Federal Communications Commission after he plagued various parts of the country with racist, anti-Semitic and threatening robocalls.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
California streaker freed after plea deal
A California man accused of exposing himself and driving drunk during separate incidents this summer is free after cutting a deal with prosecutors.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Feds sue Libby Nazi sympathizer to collect $9.9M fine
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing a Nazi sympathizer living in Libby in an effort to collect a $9.9 million fine from the Federal Communications Commission after he plagued various parts of the country with racist, anti-Semitic and threatening robocalls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man on trial for murder gets plea deal
A Kalispell man on trial for a murder in 2019 admitted to the offense Wednesday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Mullan/St. Regis slams Charlo, 64-20
Senior running back Adam Ball was honored before the game during St. Regis’ senior night.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Northwest Montana man shares Elk Foundation's message
While many may want Meehan's job and may think they could do it, he possesses some skills that make him a perfect fit.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
St. Regis Lady Tigers top Trotters in four sets
But after it was 23-20, St. Regis put an end to it with back-to-back kills by Brooke Filek and Taylor Hurd.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Blue Hawks stay unbeaten with 61-6 win over Plains
Thompson Falls is scoring 53.9 ppg. and allowing just 11.8.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former girlfriend testifies in Kalispell man's murder trial
Testimony from a murder victim’s former girlfriend highlighted the second day of a homicide trial Tuesday in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Longtime hunter education teacher remembered fondly
Longtime hunter education teacher remembered fondly
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Authorities ID man's remains found in Flathead River
Rafters discovered the remains in the Flathead River while floating below the Pressentine Bar fishing access site.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused of assaulting 3-year-old boy
A Kalispell man has been charged with assaulting a 3-year-old child.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Authorities ID man's remains found in Flathead River
Authorities have identified the human remains found in the Flathead River on Sept. 6 as Justin David Icard, 32, who went missing three years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Suspected drug use lands alleged arsonist back in jail
Christina Louise Sanchez has had two chances at freedom after she allegedly committed three different felonies this summer, but an apparent drug problem has landed her back in jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Alleged California meth trafficker arrested
Carlos Guatimea Aguirre, 35, of Fresno, California, and Missoula, is facing charges of possession with intent to distribute.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Plains Horsemen fall to 0-4 after loss at Troy
The Plains Horsemen are experiencing a season which is all too familiar to last week’s opponent, the Troy Trojans.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Plains native Griggs appears on 'Price is Right'
But last week, Plains native Debbie Griggs became known as the small-town woman who made an appearance on “The Price is Right.”
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Longtime hunter education teacher remembered fondly
Howke, a Whitefish native and longtime hunter education volunteer, died Oct. 2 in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell angler catches $10,000 lake trout
The Mack Days Tournament $10,000 lake trout was caught by Terry Krogstad Thursday, Oct. 6, in Flathead Lake’s Blue Bay.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Noxon gridders pick up forfeit win over West Yellowstone
When the injury occurred with 3:17 left in the first quarter, the Red Devils were leading 8-0 after a VanVleet 21-yard touchdown run.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Noxon takes Clark Fork, Idaho, to the limit
Noxon was playing just its third match of the season while Clark Fork played its ninth (8-1).
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
It's time to get serious about health and wellness
Health was on the minds of many at last Saturday’s Clark Fork Valley Hospital’s annual Health and Harvest Fair at the Sanders County Fairgrounds in Plains.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man sentenced for sexual assault
John Paul Wehrman, 66, received a 20-year sentence to the Montana State Prison on Thursday, Sept. 20 in Flathead District Court by Judge Amy Eddy.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Northwest Montana man faces rape charge in Idaho
A Northwest Montana man accused of rape in Idaho is also facing federal charges for his alleged involvement in car theft and gun running conspiracies across the northwestern United States.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Officials alarmed about rise in work-zone reckless driving
Police chases have become more frequent in the Flathead Valley this year, and not even construction zones are immune from seeing reckless drivers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man charged with murder in gym shooting
A Kalispell man has been charged with murder in alleged shooting death of the manager of Fuel Fitness in Kalispell nearly two weeks ago.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Drive-by shooter receives state prison sentence
A Flathead Valley man involved in a drive-by shooting on the west side of Kalispell four days before Christmas 2019 recently was sentenced to serve time in state prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County exceeds 1,000 Covid-19 cases
Through Thursday, Sept. 23, the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services reported Sanders County had 1,080 positive cases.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Transient man charged with murder in gym shooting
A Kalispell man has been charged with murder in alleged shooting death of the manager of Fuel Fitness in Kalispell nearly two weeks ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell police sergeant a true family man
Kalispell Police Sgt. Sean Keller is a school board member, a coach and a man with a position of some authority in his job. But the roles he plays as a family man and father are what mean the most to him.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man headed to prison for violent crimes
A Kalispell man with a violent past is headed to the Montana State Prison after being sentenced recently in district court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Olney man jailed after alleged incident at hospital
A fracas at a local hospital recently landed an Olney man in jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County’s Board of Health officer resigns
Nick Lawyer, a physician assistant at Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains, made the announcement last Friday on social media.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man faces rape charge in Idaho
A Kalispell man accused of rape in Idaho is also facing federal charges for his alleged involvement in car theft and gun running conspiracies across the northwestern United States.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Family, friends remember Kalispell shooting victim
A Kalispell man who died in a shooting at a fitness center last week will be remembered at a memorial service Wednesday in Missoula.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Idaho fugitive arrested in Jewel Basin area
A fugitive from Idaho is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center after a series of incidents that ended Labor Day weekend in the Jewel Basin area.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Officials ID Kalispell man who died in shooting
The shootings at Fuel Fitness in Kalispell also left two others injured. They were taken to Logan Health in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Convicted rapist headed to prison after probation violations
Convicted rapist Kaleb James Arends had more than one opportunity at reform, but after his latest probation violation he will now spend time in prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Therapy goats on the mend following dog attack
Therapy goats at the Farming for the Future Academy in Columbia Falls are recovering after being attacked by dogs last month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Idaho fugitive arrested in Jewel Basin area
A fugitive from Idaho is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center after a series of incidents that ended Labor Day weekend in the Jewel Basin area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell shooting leaves one man dead, two injured
Officers found three men with gunshot wounds, including one who died at the scene. The other two were taken to the Logan Health.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Fall Mack Days begins Thursday
Up to $200,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the nine-week event. Just one lake trout entry qualifies an angler for a prize. Anglers can fish all 60 days of the tournament, or fewer if they prefer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Youth pheasant, waterfowl hunts to open
Licensed hunters ages 15 and under may hunt ducks, geese, coots, mergansers and ring-necked pheasants statewide on these two special days set aside for youngsters, but they must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Campaign underway for family who lost home to fire
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DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Area schools taking Covid-19 precautions; mask protest held in Alberton
In Sanders County, it had three new ones on Sept. 9 and three on Sept, 8. Overall, Sanders has a total of 831 total and 45 active.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Thompson Falls harriers compete at Flathead Invite
In the varsity event, sophomore Hattie Neesvig led Thompson Falls with an 18th place finish in 22:12.38.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Plains man headed to prison for string of burglaries, thefts
A Northwest Montana man involved in a series of burglaries and thefts with several other individuals is headed to prison after he was sentenced last Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Firefighters battle two fires
Firefighters battle two fires
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rafters find human remains while floating Flathead River
Rafters discovered human remains in the Flathead River while floating below the Pressentine Bar fishing access site on Monday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man charged with negligent vehicular assault
A Kalispell man was booked into jail Tuesday after being charged with negligent vehicular assault after an April wreck that left a passenger with severe injuries.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Transient woman pleads not guilty, released from jail
A transient woman with three pending felony charges was granted release from the Flathead County Detention Center last week after pleading not guilty.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fire crews battle two blazes in Whitefish
Firefighters from the Flathead Valley were extremely busy Thursday as they battled two blazes in the Whitefish area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man jailed on attempted murder charge
A Columbia Falls man is in jail after he allegedly stabbed another man Thursday during an altercation at a residence on Martha Road.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Several local events planned to mark 9/11 anniversary
The Flathead Valley will mark the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks during a number of events Saturday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Prolific criminal from Plains receives five-year sentence in Flathead County
A Northwest Montana man involved in a series of burglaries and thefts with several other individuals is headed to prison after he was sentenced last week in Flathead County District Court.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Plains man gets prison time for various offenses
Mitchell Bear Raymond, 25, of Plains, pleaded guilty to burglary and bail jumping in August. He was sentenced Sept. 2 to a 5-year prison sentence on the burglary charge and a six-month suspended sentence in the Flathead County jail for bail jumping.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Plains man headed to prison for string of burglaries, thefts
A Northwest Montana man involved in a series of burglaries and thefts with several other individuals is headed to prison after he was sentenced last Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hope for Harlee Foundation committed to battling pediatric cancer
Six-year-old Harlee Joanne Salmi touched the lives of those she knew and those she didn’t across Northwest Montana.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Human remains found in Flathead River
Rafters discovered human remains in the Flathead River while floating below the Pressentine Bar fishing access site on Monday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mother allegedly drove high with baby in vehicle
A Whitefish woman who allegedly drove while under the influence of drugs with her infant child in the vehicle has been jailed.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Man allegedly shoots girlfriend during dispute
A Kalispell man involved in a standoff with police following a domestic assault in 2020 is back in jail after he allegedly shot his girlfriend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former police chief says he plans to fight allegations of corruption
The Whitefish interim chief of police and the department's former longtime chief are the subjects of an investigation by state officials after alleged acts of corruption involving another Whitefish man who is facing separate federal fraud charges.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Three Whitefish men involved in lawsuits
Three Whitefish residents are embroiled in lawsuits involving each other that include claims of trying to derail a criminal investigation, an alleged sexual scheme and participating in racketeering activity.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
It's back! Sanders County Fair kicks off today
The Carnage on the Clark Fork demolition derby and three nights of rodeo will highlight this year’s event.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish men embroiled in lawsuits alleging nefarious activity
Three Whitefish residents are embroiled in lawsuits involving each other that include claims of trying to derail a criminal investigation, an alleged sexual scheme and participating in racketeering activity.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Whitefish police chief responds to corruption allegations
The Whitefish interim chief of police and the department's former longtime chief are the subjects of an investigation by state officials after alleged acts of corruption involving another Whitefish man who is facing separate federal fraud charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
FWP director talks public access, predators at meeting
During the more than two-hour session, people asked questions and talked about grizzly bears, wolves, elk, public access and the possibility of increasing fees for hunting and fishing.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fish hatchery manager keeps Montana waterways well stocked
In his words, Mark Kornick was "that guy." The one with all the questions, the one who lives for the minutiae.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New FWP director talks public access, grizzlies in Northwest Montana
New Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Director Hank Worsech discovered the passion of hunters, trappers and anglers from Northwest Montana at a meet-and-greet event last week in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Alleged Lakeside graffiti vandal behind bars
An alleged Lakeside graffiti vandal is behind bars after an investigation by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New wolf hunting, trapping regs approved
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission approved several new wolf hunting and trapping regulations on Friday.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff's Posse gets big donation of radio equipment
Law enforcement officers carry a variety of equipment with them when they go to work, including firearms. But ask any of them what they consider their most important tool, and the answer is likely to be the two-way radio.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man spreads word of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Whitefish's Dave Meehan has a job that many people tell him they'd like to have. Meehan drives a truck and trailer for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation's Great Elk Tour.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lolo National Forest lifting fire restrictions on Thursday
Lolo National Forest officials are lifting some fire restrictions Thursday after drastic improvements in weather conditions across western Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
FWP commision approves more liberal wolf hunting, trapping regs
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission approved several new wolf hunting and trapping regulations last week.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Searchers recover body of kayaker from Flathead Lake
Lake County Sheriff Don Bell said deputies from his department and divers from the Flathead County Sheriff's Office recovered the body of 29-year-old Nicholas Lockwood on Thursday.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
State approves new wolf hunt, trap regulations
The Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks received more than 26,000 public comments on the proposal.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hungry Horse man accused of firing round at bar
A busy weekend for the Flathead County Sheriff's Office resulted in several felony arrests, including one man accused of threatening two bar patrons with a gun.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New wolf hunting, trapping regs approved
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission approved several new wolf hunting and trapping regulations on Friday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A whole lot of bull at the Northwest Montana Fair
My flirtation with the cowboy way continued Thursday afternoon at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man accused of pointing gun at neighbor
An 82-year-old Whitefish man was jailed last weekend after allegedly pointing a gun at his neighbor and threatening to kill him.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sisters carry on family tradition of raising goats
The Brist family of Kila and Marion have ranched west of Kalispell for more than a century, and goats have been part of the operation for many decades.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Marion man accused of striking woman with vehicle
A Marion man is behind bars after he allegedly struck an ex-girlfriend with her vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
It's time to seek Flathead Lake's tasty whitefish
Last week I had the privilege of going fishing with Jim Vashro. Many people know Jim because he was the Region 1 fisheries manager and fish biologist for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for 39 years. He retired in 2013 but didn't disappear from the public scene.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Decisions on wolf trapping, Flathead Lake bighorn sheep looming
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on Friday is expected to decide on a number of proposals of interest to hunters and trappers in Northwest Montana.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
'Lady Long Rider' headed to Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame
Bernice Ende, as colorful a figure as one might meet, will formally be inducted next weekend in Great Falls during festivities Aug. 13-14.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rain a boost to firefighters in Northwest Montana
Widespread rain across Northwest Montana has been a boon for firefighters while they deal with several blazes in the region.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Battle continues for Thorne Creek firefighters
More hot and dry weather with enough wind has driven the Thorne Creek Fire over 32,000 acres.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Decision on wolf trapping regs expected Friday
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on Friday is expected to decide on a number of proposals of interest to hunters and trappers in Northwest Montana, including wolf and furbearer trapping setbacks, season quotas and other regulations.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wilderness careers land Workmans in Cowboy Hall of Fame
The family name Workman is an appropriate and well-earned moniker for two Eureka locals.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lost Prairie Boogie welcomes skydivers of all abilities
To say there is a sense of dread for first-time skydivers would be a big understatement.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Searchers recover body of kayaker in Flathead Lake
Authorities have recovered the body of a Somers man who drowned in a kayaking accident on Flathead Lake earlier this week.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man returned to jail after domestic incident
A Bigfork man charged with assaulting a police officer last month in Whitefish was arrested again after a domestic incident at a Woods Bay residence.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wanted man taken into custody after pursuit on Highway 206
A wanted man is in custody after a police chase and standoff Wednesday morning on Montana 206 near Columbia Falls.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man returned to jail after domestic incident
A Bigfork man charged with assaulting a police officer last month in Whitefish was arrested again after a domestic incident at a Woods Bay residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man jailed after police chase, standoff near Columbia Falls
A wanted man is in custody after a police chase and standoff Wednesday morning on Montana 206 near Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Plains man pleads guilty to burglary in Flathead
A plea deal calls for Raymond to receive a 5-year sentence to the state Department of Corrections on the burglary charge.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cabin Fever Quilting Guild supports its community
The Cabin Fever Quilting Guild has worked hard for two decades to support its communities and last weekend at the in Mineral County Fair the members were able to share the fruits of their labor.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man must remain on probation for 2008 strangling in Evergreen
An Evergreen man convicted of strangling his neighbor to death during a fight over damage to a fence 13 years ago was back in Flathead County District Court on Monday seeking a release from supervision.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Thorne Creek firefighter threatened; evac notices lifted
Thompson Falls Police Chief Chris Nichols addressed the threat as well as the efforts of Montana National Guard members and fire crews.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
It's a fishy world for Somers hatchery manager
In his words, Mark Kornick was "that guy." The one with all the questions, the one who lives for the minutiae.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Northwest Montana man pleads guilty to burglary, bail-jumping
A Northwest Montana man facing charges in four counties is headed to prison after he admitted to two crimes Thursday in Flathead County District Court. Mitchell Bear Raymond, 25, of Plains, pleaded guilty to burglary and bail-jumping.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man headed to prison for vehicular assault
A northwest Montana man who nearly killed two local people while driving high on meth last year is headed to the Montana State Prison.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Local man arrested after standoff in Kalispell
A local man was arrested after a standoff with police Wednesday night. Kasmir Ray Spilis, 28, of Kalispell, is facing pending charges of assault on a peace officer, burglary, criminal mischief and a probation violation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man headed to prison for vehicular assault
A Northwest Montana man who nearly killed two local people while driving high on meth last year is headed to the Montana State Prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man jailed after spraying wife with bear spray
A Columbia Falls man was taken to jail after he allegedly sprayed his wife in the face with bear spray.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Touring the Stillwater River Conservation Easement
Conservation easement protects 1,000 acres
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Trego's 'Lady Long Rider' headed to Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame
Her spurs may not "jingle, jangle, jingle," but Trego resident Bernice Ende is still going into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man accused of using bear spray on wife
A Columbia Falls man was taken to jail after he allegedly sprayed his wife in the face with bear spray.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tensions rise at meeting, but rain helps on Thorne Creek Fire
Nevertheless, no structures, such as homes, cabins or outbuildings, have been reported lost in the lightning-caused fire despite its rapid growth between July 23 and Aug. 1.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vandal sought for graffiti in Lakeside, Somers
A graffiti vandal is on the loose in the communities of Lakeside and Somers and residents aren't happy about it.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Authorities say Thompson Falls sex offender violated probation
A child sex predator is locked up in the Flathead County Detention Center after authorities say he violated his probation by viewing online pornography.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Extreme Tactical develops loyal customer base
Noah McConnell, owner and operator of Extreme Tactical in Evergreen, knows his customers well.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Murder trial will remain in Flathead County
The trial of a Kalispell man accused of murdering his wife in December 2020 will remain in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Motorcycle accidents prompt plea for awareness
Area motorcyclists are preaching a message of increased awareness and more attentive driving after recent fatal and serious crashes in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Child sex offender back in jail for alleged parole violation
A man convicted of seeking sex with a 12-year-old girl is locked up in the Flathead County Detention Center after authorities say he violated his probation by viewing online pornography.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Trout Creek welcomes back Cool Summer Nights Car Show
It’s also a great place to hear the remarkable stories behind the vehicles and their owners.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clark Fork's Reese, Pereira heads to U.S. Junior Olympic Nationals
Both compete with Missoula-based Mountain West Track.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gun owned by Danielle Wood found in Clark Fork River
The serial number on the gun matched one bought by Wood a few months before the shooting death of Matthew LaFriniere. LaFriniere and Wood had a child together and prosecutors alleged dur
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Convicted murderer's gun found in Clark Fork River
Danielle Wood of Polson is serving a 100-year sentence in the Montana State Women’s Prison.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Convicted killer's gun found in Clark Fork River
For a case that dragged on for nearly three years, there’s maybe little surprise the saga of convicted murderer Danielle Wood continues with the recent discovery of the murder weapon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Search continues for missing Mineral County woman
According to county Sheriff Mike Toth, 33-year-old Rebekah Barsotti and her dog haven’t been seen since the afternoon of Tuesday, July 20.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff's Office orders evacuations for Graves Creek area residents
According to information from West Lolo Complex officials, the areas under the evacuation order are described as “from Cougar Creek south to the intersection of Blue Slide Road and River View Lane.”
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Public meeting Saturday for Hay Creek Fire near Polebridge
Firefighters continued their battle with two wildland fires that began this week in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
DREAM Adaptive summer program makes splash with participants
DREAM Adaptive summer program geared to give people with disabilities new experiences on the water.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browning man sentenced for murder, kidnapping on Blackfeet Reservation
A Blackfeet Tribal member who admitted to murdering a man and then holding a woman hostage at knifepoint on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation was sentenced Wednesday to 26 years and eight months in prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Evacuation warning issued near Polebridge; new fire at Ashley Lake
The Flathead National Forest saw its first significant wildfire of the season Wednesday evening in the North Fork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sex offender gets 50 years for assault on Lakeside woman
A Butte man convicted of 15 felony offenses is headed to the Montana State Prison after he was sentenced Thursday in connection with an attempted rape and aggravated assault at a Lakeside resort.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man arrested for assaulting Whitefish police officer
Man arrested for assaulting Whitefish police officer
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man arrested for alleged officer assault
Gysler allegedly grabbed the officer, threw him down and held him down.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Local man accused of assault, attempted rape
A recent altercation at a Kalispell business led authorities to arrest a man for allegedly attempting to rape a woman days earlier.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Weather conditions continue dire fire forecast
Stage II restrictions went into effect last Friday in Lincoln, Sanders, Mineral and Lake counties, meaning all campfires are strictly prohibited.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Local man jailed after fracas with deputies
He allegedly was armed with a crowbar. She said he threatened to break down the door.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man accused of assaulting police officer
A Bigfork man is charged with assaulting a police officer early Saturday in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Montana fire managers warn of dire conditions
Fire managers and weather forecasters continued their dire predictions for air quality and wildfires with continued hot and dry conditions throughout western Montana this weekend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fire restrictions tightened for Northwest Montana
Fire restrictions tightened for Northwest Montana
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fire restrictions tightened for Northwest Montana
Dangerous fire weather persisted in western Montana on Thursday as multiple wildfires continued to expand their footprints across the region. In response to the worsening conditions, officials in Northwest Montana moved to tighten restrictions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
U.S. Highway 2 closed beyond West Glacier due to homicide investigation
U.S. 2 is closed between West and East Glacier this morning after a lengthy police chase left one person dead early Thursday morning.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Homicide suspect killed after chase along US 2
A homicide and kidnapping suspect led police on a car chase from Great Falls into eastern Flathead County before he was shot and killed by a law enforcement officer early Thursday, authorities said.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fire officials hosting meeting tonight in Thompson Falls
Local and federal officials will provide updates to the status of work being done on wild fires scattered throughout the county.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stillwater tour highlights work of Flathead Land Trust
Ryan Hunter is a husband and a parent, both of which give him great joy. But when his work as a land protection specialist with the Flathead Land Trust results in a new piece of protected land, it also gives him a feeling of exhilaration that isn't easily matched.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Woman involved in Bigfork police chase arrested in Idaho
Awndray Lynn Francisco arrested in Idaho for allegedly violating her probation
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
'Better Together' and 'Red Pill' festivals coming to Mineral County
A planned appearance by one group of people in Mineral County has spawned a festival by another on the opposite end of the political spectrum.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man charged with federal sex crimes
A Kalispell man is behind bars facing federal child sex crime charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County moves to Stage II fire restrictions
Extreme weather conditions in Northwest Montana have prompted Sanders County officials to order Stage II fire restrictions on private lands beginning Saturday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County will implement Stage 2 fire restrictions
In the county, the National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures in the mid 90s through next Monday with south winds at 10 to 15 mph and gusts as high as 25 mph.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fugitive sought in connection to theft spree
Flathead County authorities are seeking the public's help in locating a wanted man implicated in several thefts over the weekend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fire meeting planned Sunday evening at MIneral Co. Fairgrounds
This meeting will be open to the public and streamed live on the West Lolo Complex Facebook page.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hungry Horse man accused of throwing firework at crowd
A Hungry Horse man with a lengthy criminal history was arrested and jailed after allegedly throwing mortar-type fireworks at a crowd of people and a Flathead County Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crews battle several wildfires on Lolo National Forest
The western portion of the Lolo National Forest, which includes the Superior and Plains-Thompson Falls Ranger districts, experienced the most lightning activity.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Firefighters battle several lightning-caused blazes in Western Montana
U.S. Forest Service firefighters worked with local crews on the Lolo while Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal personnel continued to actively battle several fires after last Wednesday’s thunderstorms.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Montana Wild program welcomes youth to archery
Archery continues to increase in popularity by leaps and bounds, and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has a program designed to help youth and educators learn a sport which has been practiced for thousands of years.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork woman involved in police shootout back in jail
When Flathead Valley resident Awndray Lynn Francisco stole a truck from a Helena-based business owner and got into a gun fight with local law officers last year, it was not enough for her to go to the Montana State Women’s Prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington man accused of trafficking fentanyl into Montana
Aaron Ramirez Espinoza, 36, faces four charges, including three felony counts of criminal possession of dangerous drugs with the intent to distribute.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Eureka man dies in crash in Yaak
It was the 106th fatality on Montana roads in 2021.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Flathead Valley man accused of rape again
A Flathead Valley man accused of rape two years ago is back in jail after law enforcement officials allege he was involved in a similar incident in Missoula County in June.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Children enjoy nature painting program on Whitefish Trail
The temperature and the humidity were on the rise, but that didn’t stop a handful of nature lovers from engaging in one of Whitefish Legacy Partners’ youth events Tuesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
House shooter reaches plea deal in case
A Flathead Valley man who was implicated in a drive-by shooting on the west side of Kalispell four days before Christmas 2019 has agreed to plead guilty.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Church arsonist pleads guilty, receives deferred sentence
Denim Renee Howard was accused of setting a fire that caused extensive damage to the United Methodist Church in Alberton.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pin-Up Girls treat Plains veterans to unforgettable show
Last Saturday night, the Pin-Up Girls came to Plains and put on a show few will forget at the VFW Post 3596.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Officials ID man killed in crash near Hungry Horse Dam
Authorities have identified a local man who died early Tuesday after his car went off a road and plummeted about 200 feet down a steep slope near the Hungry Horse Dam.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Flathead man accused a second time of DUI with kids in vehicle
A little more than two years ago, Allen Paul Parsons drove drunk at more than 80 mph with three children ages 7 years and younger in the vehicle. Before his case was resolved, Parsons missed 25 appointments for breath tests and failed another.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No injuries reported in plane crash near Marion
No injuries were reported Sunday after a small single-engine plane clipped a power line and crashed into a stand of trees near Round Mountain Loop in the Marion area west of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man involved in 2019 drive-by shooting to plead guilty
A Flathead Valley man who was implicated in a drive-by shooting on the west side of Kalispell four days before Christmas 2019 has agreed to plead guilty.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Alleged hotel streaker back in jail after DUI charge
Daniel Weston Morton was first arrested and jailed in early May after local authorities said he exposed himself to a number of people and assaulted others at a local hotel.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Young wildlife, just leave them alone
It’s not uncommon for well-meaning people to pick up deer fawns or other wildlife.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man involved in standoff jailed on other charges
A Whitefish man involved in a recent standoff with police is locked up on unrelated charges from an alleged incident earlier this year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man pleads out in sex assault case
A Columbia Falls man accused of two separate sex crimes against a developmentally disabled female and a 6-year-old boy pleaded guilty to one offense Friday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Three Flathead residents die in weekend accidents
Three Flathead Valley residents died in weekend traffic accidents in the Columbia Falls area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man arrested in alleged knife assault in St. Regis
A former member of Montana State University’s Native American Studies program was recently accused of threatening two men with a knife in Mineral County.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man dies in Columbia Falls accident
A local man died Sunday morning after a traffic accident on U.S. 2 East in Columbia Falls.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Retired fire chief reflects on memorable career
After spending nearly a quarter century with the Kalispell Fire Department, Chief Dave Dedman headed into retirement.
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Man dies in fatal crash in Columbia Falls
A local man died Sunday morning after a traffic accident on U.S. 2 East...
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C-Falls man accused of sex crimes enters plea
A Columbia Falls man accused of two separate sex crimes against a developmentally disabled female and a 6-year-old boy pleaded guilty to one offense Friday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
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State takes aim at scents, lures in CWD fight
In an effort to limit the spread of chronic wasting disease, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is poised to curb the use of cover scents and lures hunters use in pursuit of game animals.
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Glacier Park visitors share video of grizzly chasing black bear
Some recent visitors to Glacier National Park had the rare experience of watching a grizzly bear chase a black bear up a tree at St. Mary Lake.
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Kila man faces charge of sexually assaulting child
A Kila man is accused of sexually assaulting a young boy in his home nearly two years ago.
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State takes aim on scents, lures in battle with CWD
The state Fish & Wildlife Commission will vote on three items regarding CWD and urine-based scents and lures at next Thursday’s meeting.
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County resident accused of shooting father in Trout Creek
A Thompson Falls man is lodged in the Sanders County Jail after authorities say he tried to kill his father during a recent domestic incident.
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Marion man accused of pistol-whipping wife
A Flathead Valley man with a varied criminal record was recently arrested after being accused of pistol-whipping and punching his wife.
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Flathead man accused of choking girlfriend
A man with a long criminal record in Montana and Colorado recently was arrested after he allegedly choked his girlfriend.
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California man sentenced to prison in Whitefish man's death
California man sentenced to prison in Whitefish man's death
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Driver who struck girl getting on bus gets no jail time
A Eureka woman who struck and nearly killed a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 near Whitefish more than 18 months ago will serve no jail time.
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Teen charged with attempted robbery has troubled past
Eighteen-year-old Robert Anthony Hanna was born to homeless parents, then placed in foster care before being adopted by his aunt.
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No jail time for driver who hit schoolgirl
A Eureka woman who struck and nearly killed a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 near Whitefish more than 18 months ago will serve no jail time.
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Moskaloff faces federal drug charges
An investigation by the Northwest Montana Drug Task Force, FBI and the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has left a local woman behind bars facing federal drug charges.
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California man sentenced to prison in Whitefish man's death
A California man who pleaded guilty in the death of a Whitefish man was sentenced to the Montana State Prison Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
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Flathead woman faces federal drug trafficking charges
An investigation by the Northwest Montana Drug Task Force, FBI and the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has left a local woman behind bars facing federal drug charges.
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Man charged with assault at local media outlet
A Kalispell man accused of threatening a Daily Inter Lake employee with a tie rod while inside the newspaper building will remain in custody after a judge denied his attempt at freedom Friday morning in Flathead County District Court.
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Whitefish woman accused of DUI homicide free on bail
A Whitefish woman accused of striking and killing a Columbia Falls girl while driving drunk is free on bail.
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Kila man charged with abusing special-needs child
A Flathead Valley man recently was jailed after he was accused of abusing a special-needs child with a belt.
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Kalispell hires new fire chief
Kalispell has a new fire chief and for Dan Pearce, it’s a homecoming of sorts. Pearce spent several years in Kalispell, from 1990-99.
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Kila man accused of assaulting wife
A Kila man was arrested and jailed after he allegedly threw his wife down and threatened her with a baseball bat during a Memorial Day weekend incident.
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Area students win big in Montana fish art contests
Seven young people, including five from Olney-Bissell School and two from Kalispell, were top three finishers in the Montana cutthroat trout and Wildlife Forever Fish Art Montana contests.
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Thompson Falls' Burk is a state champ in shot put
All year, Thompson Falls senior Cody Burk has been among the best throwers in Montana and Saturday at the Class B state championships in Laurel, he cemented that status with a state title in the shot put.
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Clark Fork's Reese is a state champ in the javelin
Reese won the event at the Missoula County Stadium after delivering a personal best throw of 128 feet, 3 inches.
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Noxon's Morgan headlines Sanders County performances at state
Three Sanders County athletes had plenty to celebrate after several medal-winning performances.
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Whitefish man accused of choking wife, threatening her attorney
A Whitefish man is facing a felony charge after he was accused of choking his common law wife.
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Man convicted of 1995 Marion killing freed from supervision
A man who served a long prison sentence for the murder of a 17-year-old boy in the Marion area nearly 26 years ago has been released from state supervision.
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Sheriff releases name of woman, officers, involved in standoff shooting
Authorities on Thursday released the names of the suspect and officers involved in an exchange of gunfire during an armed standoff near Columbia Falls on Wednesday.
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Authorities ID woman, officers involved in shooting near Columbia Falls
Authorities on Thursday released the names of the suspect and officers involved in an exchange of gunfire during an armed standoff near Columbia Falls on Wednesday.
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Whitefish man accused of DUI with kids in vehicle
A Whitefish man faces a felony charge of child endangerment after allegedly driving drunk with two kids in his vehicle.
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Standoff ends after gunfire exchange with woman on Dawn Drive
The standoff ended shortly after 5 p.m. after law enforcement officials tried to negotiate with the armed woman who was holed up in a camper on Dawn Drive, just east of Halfmoon Road.
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Armed standoff ends after suspect hit by gunfire, police say
Law enforcement officers exchanged gunfire with a woman during an armed standoff in Columbia Falls on Wednesday.
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Local man pleads not guilty in head-on crash incident
Bridger Frederick Bischoff entered his plea in front of Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher Tuesday, May 18.
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Mineral, Sanders county track and field athletes qualify for state
Boys and girls athletes from Mineral and Sanders counties dealt with snow, rain and wind at last week’s Western Class C divisional in Missoula to qualify for...
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Thompson Falls track and field team qualifies several for state
Winning is great, but qualifying for the state championship meet is the ultimate goal.
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Thompson Falls holds off Plains, 2-1, in Western B-C playoffs
The Thompson Falls Lady Hawks softball team extended its season last Tuesday with a 2-1 win over county rival Plains.
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Flathead man charged with sexually assaulting girls
Robert "Billy" McGuffie, 72, faces four felony charges, including two counts of sexual assault and two counts of sexual intercourse without consent.
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Man sentenced to prison for driving through grocery store to buy smokes
A Columbia Falls man is headed to the Montana State Prison after his drug-fueled drive through a grocery store last fall terrorized shoppers inside and caused tens of thousands dollars worth of damage.
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Man charged with assaulting woman, escaping police
A Kalispell man recently was arrested after an incident in Evergreen in which he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend and escaped from police custody.
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Local man headed to prison for driving through grocery store
A Columbia Falls man is headed to the Montana State Prison after his drug-fueled drive through a grocery store last fall terrorized shoppers inside and caused tens of thousands dollars worth of damage.
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Once a state champ, Plains' VonHeeder now a Big Sky winner
Plains native Carley VonHeeder was a star javelin thrower for the Trotters before taking her talents to Montana State...
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Area golfers qualify for Class B, C state tournaments
Three Thompson Falls golfers will advance to the state tournament after qualifying last...
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Thompson Falls thin clads send several to 7B Divisional meet
Cody Burk led the boys team with two wins in the shot put and discus and a second in the javelin.
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Clark Fork track and field teams are 14C District champs
The Clark Fork Mountain Cats track and field teams enjoyed the warmest day of spring as each rolled to wins....
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Plains man lodged in Lincoln County jail pending plea deal
A Plains man with warrants for his arrest in six different counties was recently released from the Flathead County Detention Center and taken to the Lincoln County jail.
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Domestic dispute ends in felony gun charge
A Flathead Valley man who fired a gun dozens of times during a dispute with his wife was arrested on a felony gun charge this week.
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Man charged with felonies for taking baler on unauthorized ride
A local man ended up in the Flathead County Detention Center earlier this week after he allegedly took a hay baler for a joy ride without the owner’s permission.
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Great gray owl is a superior predator
I had my second encounter with a great gray owl last week.
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Evergreen man charged with assault with weapon
An Evergreen man was charged with assaulting another man with a fiberglass post marker.
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Trotters celebrate Senior Night with sweep of Troy
The Plains-Hot Springs softball team made sure Senior Night was going to be a memorable one.
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Mother accused of DUI with child in car
A Flathead Valley woman is accused of driving drunk with her young child in the vehicle.
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Fees increase as Bison Range opens under tribal management
Less than six months after former President Donald Trump signed Bison Range Restoration legislation, there are big changes at the 19,000-acre facility in Northwest Montana as it opened last weekend.
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Thompson Falls wins fifth game in six contests
Just two years removed from a one-win season, the Lady Hawks have clearly made strides.
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Plains man describes dowsing as spiritual endeavor
Leland Keele said his wife, with whom he had four daughters, was annoyed when he’d tell her she was pregnant - before she even knew.
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Kalispell school district seeks to dismiss suit filed by former teacher
A former Kalispell Public Schools teacher has sued his former employer for defamation, negligence, infliction of emotional distress and the negligent hiring, training, retention and supervision of an unfit employee in connection to an alleged relationship with a former student.
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Bison Range opens this weekend, fees boosted to $10 per car
Less than six months after former President Donald Trump signed Bison Range Restoration legislation, there are big changes at the 19,000-acre facility in Northwest Montana as it opens this weekend.
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Fees increase as Bison Range opens under tribal management
Less than six months after former President Donald Trump signed Bison Range Restoration legislation, there are big changes at the 19,000-acre facility in Northwest Montana as it opens this weekend.
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Trout Unlimited's Flathead Valley chapter cleans up access sites
Last Saturday, several members of the 53-year-old Flathead Valley chapter of Trout Unlimited gathered to clean up several state-owned fishing access sites.
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Woman accused of pointing gun at men in park
A woman was arrested and charged after law officers said she pointed a rifle at two men in a local park last week.
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Voters OK South Kalispell Fire Department levy for new fire station
Voters OK South Kalispell Fire Department levy for new fire station
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Plains graduate Kinzie excelling in softball at Miles Community College
Now, the Plains High School graduate is helping the Miles Community College Pioneers to a strong 2021 season.
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Plains man describes dowsing as a spiritual matter
The Blackfoot, Idaho native and resident of Plains for the last 11 years, is a dowser.
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Joint Operation Mariposa partners with Trout Creek School, U.S. Army
The latest painting of local artists Dave Williams’ and Plains High School junior Hailee Steinebach’s “Guardians of the Herd” series...
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The Rex will host Music for Moms event May 7
The Cancer Network of Sanders County is raring to go in 2021 with a special Mother’s Day event.
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Hot Springs mother laments disappearance of daughter
Heather Tifft, 47, was last seen in Hot Springs March 5.
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Californian accused of indecent exposure, assault at local hotel
A California man was arrested and jailed on felony charges Monday after he allegedly exposed himself to a number of people and assaulted others at a local hotel.
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County jail guard fired after alleged assault
A former detention officer at the Flathead County Detention Center was fired after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend.
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Kalispell man charged with vehicular assault
A Kalispell man is facing a felony charge after a violent, head-on crash earlier this year in which he was allegedly under the influence of heroin.
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Woman involved in Dasen prostitution case freed from sex offender registration
A local woman involved in a prostitution case involving a high-profile Kalispell businessman will no longer have to register as a sex offender.
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Whitefish man jailed after alleged domestic incident
A recent alleged domestic incident has left a Whitefish man locked up on two felony charges.
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County sheriff IDs inmate who died in custody
Mineral County Sheriff Mike Toth recently announced the name of an inmate who died in custody in the county jail last month.
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Man faces charges following rifle incident
A Flathead Valley man is behind bars after a recent domestic incident in which he fired a rifle during an argument.
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Snappy's Osprey Cam remains very popular
With five nesting seasons on record, the nesting platform and its “osprey cam” at Snappy Sport Senter is as popular as ever among the online viewers who monitor a miracle of nature from their laptop or cellphone.
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Man jailed after firing rifle during domestic incident
A Flathead Valley man is behind bars after a recent domestic incident in which he fired a rifle during an argument.
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Forest Service law man injured in horse accident
A Flathead Valley man who works for the U.S. Forest Service is recovering from injuries he suffered in an accident while training his horse.
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Hungry Horse man charged with armed robbery
An odd incident at a ranch and home supply store landed a Hungry Horse man in the county jail.
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Man charged after crashing into Kalispell house
A Kalispell woman narrowly avoided being injured after a pickup truck struck her home a few feet from her bed early Tuesday morning.
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Thompson Falls golfers compete at Bigfork
Three Thompson Falls golfers placed in the top five at last week’s Steve Hullett Invitational in Bigfork.
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Massive fire destroys shop, heavy equipment
A structure fire destroyed a large shop and several large pieces of heavy equipment Monday night south of Olney.
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Retired wildlife investigator has seen it all out in the field
In his long career as an investigator, Brian Sommers has dug into some of Northwest Montana’s most interesting and tragic cases involving people and animals.
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Sex offender pleads guilty to attack on Lakeside woman
The trial of a man with a history of sexual offenses ended abruptly Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to attempted rape and aggravated assault.
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Man charged with assaulting Kalispell officer
A man with a history of domestic violence and resisting arrest is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center after a recent incident in Kalispell.
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California man pleads guilty to killing man at VFW
California man accused of killing man at VFW pleads guilty
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Man pleads not guilty in Kalispell high-speed chase, accident
Man pleads not guilty in Kalispell high-speed chase
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Columbia Falls man faces charges after allegedly threatening to drown infant
A Columbia Falls man is behind bars after he allegedly threatened the life of his infant daughter.
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Man accused of threatening infant daughter
A Columbia Falls man is behind bars after he allegedly threatened the life of his infant daughter.
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Man charged with assault in property dispute
A property line dispute has left one local man facing a felony charge after he allegedly pointed a rifle at another man.
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Retired wildlife investigator has seen it all out in the field
In his long career as an investigator, Brian Sommers has dug into some of Northwest Montana’s most interesting and tragic cases involving people and animals.
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Flathead felon jailed after high-speed chase, crash
A Flathead Valley career criminal was arrested Wednesday evening after a high-speed chase and crash on Willow Glen Drive in Kalispell.
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South Kalispell Fire Dept. seeks levy for new hall
The South Kalispell Fire Department is seeking a mill levy increase to help meet the rising number of calls
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Californian pleads guilty to killing Whitefish man
A California man accused in the beating death of a Whitefish man last summer has struck a deal to plead guilty to the offense.
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Whitefish woman accused of threatening boyfriend with knife
A woman who allegedly threatened her boyfriend with a steak knife during a domestic dispute earlier this year was returned to jail after another reported incident with the same man.
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Burk paces Blue Hawk thinclads to fourth at Bigfork Invite
Senior Cody Burk led the Blue Hawks with a win in the shot put at 47 feet...
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Beloved former Plains resident perishes in fishing accident
A beloved former Plains resident drowned in Lower Thompson Lake in a fishing accident Monday.
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Thompson Falls' Detlaff a double winner at Bigfork Invite
Among Sanders County schools, Thompson Falls had a solid showing with 43 points, good for fourth. Plains was 11th with eight points.
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Man enters Alford plea in traffic accident causing woman's death
Man enters plea in traffic accident involving woman's death
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C-Falls man accused of stabbing man in bar fight
A Columbia Falls man is facing a felony charge after he allegedly stabbed another man during a bar fight last week.
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Man cited for careless driving in Evergreen wreck
A local man was cited for careless driving after being involved in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon on U.S. 2 East.
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Vape store burglar sentenced to prison time
A Kalispell man recently was sentenced to five years for burglarizing an Evergreen business.
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Western Montana man headed back to prison
At the time, James Todd Whitmarsh, 51, was reported missing from a campsite on the morning of Monday, May 25.
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Flathead rapist remains in confinement
A Western Montana man convicted of rape and who disappeared from a Sanders County campsite on Memorial Day 2020 is still doing time on his original conviction.
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State commission to decide on restricting motorized boats on Tepee Lake
A final decision on restricting motorized boats on Tepee Lake in the North Fork area is among the top agenda items the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission will consider Thursday during an online meeting using the video conferencing platform Zoom.
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Driver enters Alford plea in case where girl was injured getting off school bus
Driver enters Alford plea in Jordana Hubble crash case
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Man accused in bear spray assault takes plea, then freed
A man accused of assaulting a girl and allegedly using bear spray on a family of four — including a baby — during an incident last fall is free after pleading guilty Thursday to an amended charge.
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Kalispell woman accused of abusing power of attorney
Lewis, 63, of Kalispell, was booked into the Flathead County Detention Center last week on two felony counts of exploitation of an older person. She was released later that day on her own recognizance.
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Driver enters Alford plea in Jordana Hubble crash case
A Fortine woman accused of striking a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 near Whitefish more than one year ago entered an Alford plea in relation to the offense Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
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Woman enters Alford plea in case where girl was hit by car at school bus stop
A Fortine woman accused of striking a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 near Whitefish more than a year ago entered an Alford plea in relation to the offense Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
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Retired Kalispell cop charged in drunken crash involving county officer
A former Kalispell Police Department officer has been charged with DUI and criminal endangerment after a collision last fall with an off-duty Flathead County Sheriff’s Office sergeant who was driving a county-owned vehicle.
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Columbia Falls man dies in wreck
Lincoln County officials have released the name of a Columbia Falls man who died in a vehicle crash March 13.
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Northwest Montana convict back in prison
Keeping up with the criminal record of 40-year-old James Rand Hernvall is no easy feat...
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Kalispell man accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend
A Kalispell man was arrested and jailed after an alleged violent assault involving his ex-girlfriend.
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Alleged copper thief nabbed via citizen's arrest
For one Flathead Valley ex-convict, returning to the scene of the crime did not pan out well.
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Northwest Montana career criminal goes to prison
An area man with a criminal record spanning at least 17 years and involving several counties in Montana was sentenced recently in Flathead County District Court for his latest offense.
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Road trip wreck ends in felony charge against Polson woman
A Polson woman’s recent road trip to the Flathead Valley didn’t have an ending she likely could have imagined.
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Montana Highway Patrol honors local officer
A Montana Highway Patrol trooper who has served Northwest Montana for 20 years has received the Award of Valor for his work involving a murder suspect in a high-speed chase last year.
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Man allegedly chokes wife in drunken fight
A woman’s efforts to keep her husband from driving drunk was met with an alleged act of violence.
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Kila man accused of shooting at neighbor's home
A Kila man was arrested after his neighbor claimed he repeatedly fired a high-powered rifle toward the neighbor's home.
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Northwest Montana woman accused of stealing from elderly parents
Kathy Ann Lewis, 63, of Kalispell, was booked into...
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Man pleads guilty again for father's death; freed on bail
Less than five months ago, Kalispell resident Jason David Weldele was lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center after being charged in the arson death of his father.
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State alleges woman stole thousands of dollars from nursing home-bound parents
She was supposed to make sure they were cared for, but state investigators allege all Kathy Ann Lewis did was take advantage of the situation.
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Bigfork man accused of sexually assaulting two girls
A Bigfork man has been accused of sexually assaulting two young girls.
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Bigfork man accused of sexually assaulting Columbia Falls girls, others
A Bigfork man has been accused of sexually assaulting two young girls. Brian Christopher Emerson, 41, is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center on felony charges of sexual assault of a minor and sexual intercourse without consent.
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Bigfork man accused of sexually assaulting two young girls
Emerson’s alleged offenses were against girls who were 11 and 14 years old.
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Five snowmobilers injured in four area crashes
Four snowmobile crashes since Saturday in Northwest Montana have sent five people to area hospitals with injuries.
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Missoula man who killed Flathead man admits drug trafficking crimes
A Missoula man who shot and killed a Flathead Valley man last fall pleaded guilty to drug trafficking in federal court Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Convicted killer Wood sentenced to 100 years with no parole
Even at the end, convicted murderer Danielle Wood proclaimed...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
State champion Thilmony leads Sanders, Mineral county medalists
Wrestlers from Sanders and Mineral counties enjoyed successful weekends at the Montana High School Association Class B-C state...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Local man jailed for allegedly assaulting girlfriend
Authorities say a Flathead Valley man hog-tied his girlfriend, smothered her with a pillow and threatened her to not report the incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man accused of raping woman after dinner date
A night out for dinner reportedly devolved into an alleged rape, according to the victim and law officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
20th Spring Mack Days kicks off March 19
The first Mack Days Fishing Event was developed in 2002 for fishing enthusiasts of all ages and skills...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man considered 'suicide by cop' during machete incident
New information has been revealed in the case of a man who allegedly tried to assault a Kalispell Police officer Saturday morning in Depot Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man accused of assaulting baby
Northwest Montana authorities recently got a helping hand with putting an accused child abuser behind bars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Thompson Falls teams head to Eureka for divisionals
It’s time for the Western B basketball tournaments as both Thompson Falls squads...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Area wrestlers qualify for Montana Class B/C championships
Fifteen wrestlers from Sanders and Mineral counties punched their tickets...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Convicted murderer Wood gets 100 years with no parole
Even at the end, convicted murderer Danielle Wood proclaimed her innocence.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Convicted murderer Wood gets 100 years with no parole
Even at the end, convicted murderer Danielle Wood proclaimed her innocence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man accused of assaulting, injuring local jail guards
Four Flathead County Detention Center officers were taken to area hospitals after an alleged fight with a man who was jailed Thursday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Former school employee accused of rape
A former school employee and Flathead Valley first responder has been charged with rape.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man pleads guilty to driving through grocery store
A Columbia Falls man accused of driving through a grocery store and running naked in an assisted-living home last month pleaded guilty Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Connor pleads guilty to charges stemming from driving car through grocery store; running naked through assisted living center
Alan Roger Connor, Jr., 50, pleaded guilty to felony charges of criminal endangerment and criminal mischief. He is being held in the Flathead County Detention Center on $150,000 bail.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Most Sanders Co. schools lift mask mandate
Most schools in Sanders County are not requiring students to wear masks indoors after Gov. Greg Gianforte lifted...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Picking jury in Wood murder trial was fraught with difficulties
Fortunately, murder trials in Sanders County are a rare event.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
MacDonald, Angle claim state wrestling medals
The girls of the Plains-Hot Springs wrestling team made their first trip to Montana’s first all-female state...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man changes plea in father's arson death
The criminal case against a Kalispell man accused of killing his father in an arson fire last October appears headed to trial.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
St. Ignatius man accused of child endangerment
A Mission Valley man was arrested and jailed after he was allegedly drunk with a toddler in his vehicle in Kalispell.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
St. Regis Tigers win 14-C District Championship
For the Tigers, they had business to finish and they did with a 58-55 win...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mission Valley man accused of driving drunk with toddler in vehicle
A Mission Valley man was arrested and jailed after he was allegedly drunk with a toddler in his vehicle in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Plea deal rejected in arson death case
The criminal case against a Kalispell man accused of killing his father in an arson fire last fall is in a state of flux after a judge opted to not follow a plea agreement Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kalispell woman accused of embezzlement
A Kalispell woman has been accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from her employer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Flathead native takes to skis to bag trophy buck
But when he turned 18, Reavis turned his attention to pursuing mule deer in the high country...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lady Hawks twice victorious
But by halftime, Thompson Falls led by 20 points, 39-19, and were never challenged...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trotters on win streak heading into playoffs
Trailing 25-21 at the half against St. Regis, a strong second half in which the Trotters outscored the Lady Tigers 25-19 was the difference...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Plains female wrestlers will be part of Montana history
But it was the opportunity for his two daughters to wrestle competitively...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Clark Fork wrestlers building steam for postseason
Last Tuesday in Ronan, the Cats picked up two wins over the Plains-Hot Springs Savage Horsemen (45-30) and the Ronan Chiefs (39-36).
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Valley fire crews battle blaze south of Whitefish
Firefighters from five companies battled a house fire Monday night south of Whitefish on Bear Trail near the Midway Mini Mart on U.S. 93.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kalispell man charged with allegedly choking wife
A Kalispell man is charged with allegedly choking his wife in front of their young children during a recent dispute.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kalispell man accused assaulting woman, stealing her vehicle
A Kalispell man is accused of breaking a woman’s arm and then stealing her vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Flathead sportsmen's groups team up to support youth shooting
Flathead County 4-H Shooting Sports members have been teaching youth how to shoot and handle weapons safely...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Man arrested after C-Falls elementary school threat
A local man has been arrested after threatening a local elementary school Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff says that property owner justified in shooting dog
A Columbia Falls woman is mourning the death of her two dogs after they were shot by a neighbor, who said the animals were on his land chasing cattle and chickens.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Man with warrants in six counties arrested
Raymond made his initial appearance in Flathead County District Court Thursday on felony theft and bail jumping charges.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
0210 Snowmobiler killed in Swan Range avalanche
A 60-year-old man from Kalispell was killed in Saturday's incident
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hot Springs man threatened woman with knife
Court documents from a recent incident at the St. Regis Travel Center reveal the harrowing...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man with violent past accused of family assault
A violent incident among family members has left a Kalispell man with a violent past locked up in the local jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Snowmobiler killed in Swan Range avalanche
One snowmobiler was killed in an avalanche while riding in the Swan Range east of Kalispell on Saturday, the Flathead Avalanche Center reported Sunday morning.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fugitive from Plains apprehended In Flathead County
A Northwest Montana man with warrants for his arrest in six different counties may finally answer to charges against him.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Snowmobiler dies in Swan Range slide
One snowmobiler was killed in an avalanche while riding in the Swan Range east of Kalispell on Saturday, the Flathead Avalanche Center reported Sunday morning.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Family tension erupts in alleged arson at Marion home
Apparent tension between family members resulted in a camper fire that left one man behind bars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fugitive from Plains apprehended in Flathead County
A Northwest Montana man with warrants for his arrest in six different counties finally may answer to charges against him.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ten Commandments vandal sentenced; monument replaced
A man convicted of vandalizing a Ten Commandments monument at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell last summer was recently sentenced in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Woman fears release of man who allegedly killed father
Monica Lee Williams is afraid a Kalispell man accused of killing his father is going to walk free.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff: Property owner justified in shooting dogs
It was determined the dogs were running loose and on property that contained cattle and were harassing the cows. The dogs were not under control of their owner.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jury finds Wood guilty of killing LaFriniere
A jury of eight women and four men found Danielle Jeanette Wood...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neighbor shoots dogs while defending his cattle
A Columbia Falls woman is mourning the death of her two dogs after they were shot by a neighbor, who said the animals were on his land chasing cattle and chickens.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff’s Office investigates reported shooting near Lore Lake
A Flathead Valley man was taken to Logan Health in Kalispell for a medical evaluation early Monday after an incident near Lore Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jury finds Polson woman guilty of murder
THOMPSON FALLS – A jury of eight women and four men found Danielle Jeanette Wood, 56, of Polson, guilty of deliberate homicide Friday afternoon in the death of Thompson Falls resident Matthew LaFriniere.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Authorities arrest accused killer, two others following alleged illegal border crossing
The run of a man wanted for murder in Saskatchewan, Canada, ended last week in Northwest Montana after law enforcement captured him and two others near Whitefish following a high-speed chase.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jurors begin deliberations in Wood murder trial
A jury of eight women and four men began deliberating early Thursday afternoon the fate of a Polson woman...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wood murder trial: Attorneys make closing arguments; jurors deliberate
A jury of eight women and four men began deliberating early Thursday afternoon the fate of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in 2018 during an ongoing custody dispute involving their daughter.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jury poised to begin deliberations in Wood murder trial
Jurors hearing the murder case of a Northwest Montana woman accused of shooting her ex-boyfriend...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jury poised to begin deliberations in murder trial
THOMPSON FALLS — Jurors hearing the murder case of a Northwest Montana woman accused of shooting her ex-boyfriend in May 2018 are expected to begin deliberations sometime Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jurors hear cellphone analysis in Wood murder trial
THOMPSON FALLS — Two witnesses with backgrounds in analyzing cellphone data testified how one device belonging to murder suspect Danielle Wood allegedly was in use with another phone investigators believe she used in attempt to dupe law enforcement officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wood murder trial continues this week
The murder trial of Thompson Falls woman Danielle Wood continued this week at the Sanders County Courthouse.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Prosecutors say phone records link Wood to homicide
State investigators probing the 2018 shooting death of Matt LaFriniere allege cellphone records link ex-girlfriend Danielle Wood to the crime.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phone records allegedly link Wood to homicide
State investigators probing the 2018 shooting death of Thompson Falls resident Matt LaFriniere allege cellphone records link...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cellphone records allegedly link Wood to homicide
THOMPSON FALLS — State investigators probing the 2018 shooting death of Matt LaFriniere allege cellphone records link ex-girlfriend Danielle Wood to the crime.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish murder suspect pleads not guilty
A California man accused in the beating death of a Whitefish man last summer pleaded not guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Prosecutors present evidence in Wood deliberate homicide case
A writing in the margin of a religious study book found inside a deliberate homicide suspect’s vehicle was probably the standout detail of Thursday’s testimony in the Danielle Wood trial.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Prosecutors present evidence in Wood murder trial
A writing in the margin of a religious study book found inside a murder suspect’s vehicle...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Prosecutors present evidence in Wood murder case
THOMPSON FALLS — A writing in the margin of a religious study book found inside a murder suspect’s vehicle was probably the standout detail of Thursday’s testimony in the Danielle Wood trial.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wood trial: Jurors hear how friend found murder victim’s body
Friends, coworkers and family members of murder victim Matt LaFriniere knew it was very unusual when he didn’t come to work on the morning of May 3, 2018.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jurors hear how friend found murder victim's body
Friends, coworkers and family members of murder victim Matt LaFriniere knew it was very unusual when he didn’t come to work...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wood trial: Jurors hear how friend found murder victim’s body
THOMPSON FALLS — Friends, coworkers and family members of murder victim Matt LaFriniere knew it was very unusual when he didn’t come to work on the morning of May 3, 2018.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kila man sought in 2019 DUI deaths lands in county jail
A Kila man accused of two counts of vehicular homicide while under the influence was booked into the Flathead County Detention Center Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blue Hawks secure big win over Bigfork, 81-75
The Thompson Falls boys basketball team passed a big early-season test when they knocked off Bigfork...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wood murder trial set to begin Tuesday
Danielle Jeanette Wood, 56, is charged with deliberate homicide...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Testimony begins in Thompson Falls murder trial
THOMPSON FALLS — Testimony began Tuesday at the Sanders County Courthouse in the long-awaited trial of a Northwest Montana woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend nearly three years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Polson woman’s murder trial begins Tuesday
Nearly two years after her arrest, testimony in the trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 is scheduled to begin Tuesday in Thompson Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Procession honors Kila boy who succumbed to rare condition
Maverick Bench has come home.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
ATV chase lands Flathead ex-con in jail
A Flathead Valley resident with a string of convictions for violent offenses is facing more charges after an incident involving a stolen all-terrain vehicle and a police chase.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Authorities seek Kila man for 2019 DUI homicide
Authorities are looking for a Northwest Montana man who is accused of two counts of vehicular homicide while under the influence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
'Our warrior' Procession honors Kila boy who succumbed to rare condition
Maverick Bench has come home.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man sentenced for threatening judge
A Kalispell man accused of threatening a Flathead County District Court judge was sentenced Tuesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Attorney alleges murder suspect's father killed wife
A defense attorney for a Kalispell man accused of murdering his wife in front of their children alleges there is a more likely suspect in the woman’s death — the suspect’s dead father.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-convicts charged after local police chase
Four Montana men with lengthy criminal pasts recently were arrested in the Flathead Valley after leaving a local chemical dependency treatment center and allegedly stealing a sport-utility vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Murder suspect lands in county jail
Murder suspect lands in county jail
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Longtime detention officer has been mentor to many
He’s had nicknames such as “Shotgun,” “Mad Dog” and “Shakedown.”
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish murder suspect lands in county jail
A California man accused in the beating death of a Whitefish man last summer is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Trial to begin for man accused of bear-spray assault
A local man accused of spraying another man with bear spray last summer is going to trial this week in Flathead County District Court. Joshua Eugene Pritchett, 41, is charged with one felony count of assault with a weapon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dr. Williams remembered fondly at Sunriser Lions 50th fishing derby
Dr. Chuck Williams remains a beloved man in the Flathead Valley a little more than seven years...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork woman to serve 15 years for Ambien-induced crash
Fulford was driving a gold GMC Acadia south on U.S. 93 on June 22, 2019, when she crossed into the northbound lanes and struck a Jeep Patriot
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork woman sentenced for negligent vehicular assault
A Bigfork woman was sentenced to a prison term for her role in a 2019 traffic crash that severely injured three people.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Northwest Montana anglers enjoy Sunriser family ice fishing derby
The Peterson family arose at 4 a.m. last Saturday and made the long drive from Thompson Falls to Smith Lake in the Flathead Valley...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Court records reveal troubled marriage in deliberate homicide case
A court document filed earlier this year by a woman who allegedly died by the hands of her husband Dec. 15 reveals more information about the couple’s tumultuous relationship.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
2020 reflections: Sheriff discusses police reform, other challenges facing officers
The killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers in May set off an eruption of protests and riots across the nation as many called for changes to how police do their job and how law enforcement is funded.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused of killing his wife
A Kalispell man charged with killing his wife was jailed late Thursday afternoon in the Flathead County Detention Center.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused of killing his wife
A Kalispell man charged with killing his wife was jailed late Thursday afternoon...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Woman accused of stabbing man to appear in court Wednesday
A local woman accused of stabbing a man during a domestic incident earlier this year is set to appear in court tomorrow.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-convict pleads not guilty to assaulting probation officer
Two probation officers ended up in a life-and-death struggle recently when they encountered a wanted man in a local motel.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Commission OKs purchase of Lost Trail easement
Terry Zink of Marion is a lifelong bowhunter and houndsman and his comment about the Lost Trail Conservation easement was brief, but meaningful.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man faces sexual assault charges
A local man is accused of sexually assaulting a young girl numerous times over a three-year period.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
The joy of giving: 'Shop with a Cop' filled with holiday spirit
Eleven-year-old Baylen Crampton was having the time of his life Wednesday afternoon at the local Target store while he participated in the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office “Shop with a Cop” event.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hunting season, it could've been much different
To begin, I should have killed a bull elk...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Man dead, Kalispell officer wounded in shooting
A man suspected of shooting at Northwest Montana law enforcement officers in Trout Creek early Friday morning is dead and a Kalispell Police Department officer was wounded.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kila rapist sentenced to 40 years in prison
Nearly three years after it began, a Kila man who viciously raped and beat a woman on Christmas Eve 2017 was sentenced Monday to 40 years in the Montana State Prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Officer wounded during fatal Trout Creek armed standoff
A man suspected of shooting at Northwest Montana law enforcement officers in Trout Creek early Friday morning is dead and a Kalispell Police Department officer was wounded.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Local man accused of gun running, meth dealing
A Flathead Valley man is facing federal gun and drug charges as well as local charges for allegedly stealing an item from a county law enforcement facility.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man dead, officer wounded following Trout Creek shooting
A man suspected of shooting at Northwest Montana law enforcement officers in Trout Creek early Friday morning is dead and a Kalispell Police Department officer was wounded.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Commission OKs purchase of Lost Trail easement
Terry Zink of Marion is a lifelong bowhunter and houndsman and his comment about the Lost Trail Conservation easement was brief, but meaningful.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Flathead man with long criminal record gets prison time
The man recently received an eight-year term to the Montana Department of Corrections after pleading guilty in October to several felony charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man charged with felony child endangerment
A Kalispell man was arrested after authorities said he drove drunk during an alleged hit-and-run while a child was in the vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tree shines blue light on fallen officers
Born out of a tragedy, Concerns of Police Survivors has worked for decades as a support system for those affected by the deaths of on-duty law enforcement officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Community rallying around family of seven whose home burned
The family includes Ladd and Kayla McMahon, parents of five children between the ages of 2 and 8.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
House fire near Dayton leaves family of seven homeless
A fire that destroyed a home on Gunbarrel Lane in the Chief Cliff area between Elmo and Dayton Monday afternoon has left a Northwest Montana family homeless a little more than two weeks before Christmas.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Former C-Falls man returns to answer burglary charges
More than 12 years after the alleged crime occurred, a former Columbia Falls resident appeared Thursday in Flathead County District Court to answer to charges of burglary.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man charged in connection with shooting
Ronald Dean Clackler, Sr., 63, of Bigfork, was charged with one felony count of assault with a weapon after he allegedly fired several rounds from a shotgun into a vehicle.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man charged with felony assault in shooting incident
A man involved in two different shootings in the Echo Lake area during the last three months has been charged.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mother accused of cancer scam
A Flathead Valley divorced mother of three and former operator of a daycare business is facing allegations she falsely said she had cancer and scammed donors of tens of thousands of dollars.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trial halted for woman accused of hitting girl with vehicle
The trial of a Fortine woman accused of striking a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 near Whitefish more than one year ago has been halted as the case has moved into mediation.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man charged with crashing into grocery store pleads not guilty
A Columbia Falls man accused of driving through a grocery store and running naked in an assisted-living home last month pleaded not guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
"Heroes of the Bob Marshall Wilderness" book signing Friday
Terry Lee McCoy and John Fraley were good friends and college students at the University of Montana...
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trial halted for woman accused of hitting girl with vehicle
Trial halted for woman accused of hitting girl with vehicle
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Prison time for former Flathead Joint Board employee
A former Flathead Joint Board of Control employee accused of embezzling hundreds of thousands...
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Flathead mother accused of cancer scam
A Flathead Valley divorced mother of three and former operator of a daycare business is facing allegations she falsely said she had cancer and scammed donors of tens of thousands of dollars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trial halted for woman accused of hitting girl with vehicle
The trial of a Fortine woman accused of striking a little girl while driving on U.S. 93 more than one year ago has been halted as the case has moved into mediation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Called to serve: Local Highway Patrol trooper promoted to sergeant
Many law enforcement officers have a variety of stories to share and Montana Highway Patrol Sgt. Jerry Ren is no exception.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man cleared in Flathead murder now jailed on meth charges
A Northwest Montana man cleared of murder charges earlier this year in the Flathead Valley is behind bars on federal gun and drug charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man found guilty of vandalizing Ten Commandments monument in Kalispell
A man accused of vandalizing a Ten Commandments monument at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell earlier this summer was found guilty Monday in Flathead County District Court.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Former Kalispell woman sentenced to prison for embezzlement
A former Flathead Joint Board of Control employee accused of embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars over a span of three years has been sentenced to federal prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Marion woman dies in Bigfork crash
The driver reportedly lost control while negotiating a right curve on Montana 82
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge finds man guilty of ripping out Ten Commandments
A man accused of vandalizing a Ten Commandments monument at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell earlier this summer was found guilty Monday in Flathead County District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man found guilty of vandalizing Ten Commandments monument
A man accused of vandalizing a Ten Commandments monument at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell earlier this summer was found guilty Monday in Flathead County District Court.
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1122 EVERGREEN Pacific Steel and Recycling has always adapted to change
Businesses such as Pacific Steel and Recycling have learned to adapt to changing times in order to survive and thrive.
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Grocery store rampage reportedly fueled by meth
A Columbia Falls man accused of driving through a grocery store and running naked in an assisted-living home last week allegedly told investigators he consumed a large amount of methamphetamine before he was arrested.
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Bigfork teen arrested for school burglary
Andrew Wade Francisco, 18, was charged with burglary and is lodged in the Flathead County Detention Center on $5,000 bail.
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Lonepine’s Benson wins 2020 Fall Mack Days
Lonepine’s Benson wins 2020 Fall Mack Days
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Charges filed against Californian in Whitefish man’s death
Murder charges have been filed against a California man who was allegedly involved in the death of a Whitefish man this summer.
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Bigfork resident takes second in 2020 Fall Mack Days
Sam Cusker of Bigfork came in second with 712 entries and a 39.56 average.
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Kalispell man pleads guilty to threatening judge
A Kalispell man accused of threatening a Flat...
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Whitefish man faces felony weapon charge over video game dispute
A Whitefish man involved in the 2015 robbery of an undercover agent during a controlled drug buy is behind bars again after authorities said he fired a gun during a dispute over a video game.
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Pandemic doesn’t stop kids clothing program
The COVID-19 pandemic may have altered the Kalispell Firefighters Association annual winter clothing program for kids in 2020, but it didn’t stop it.
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Police: Man who crashed into store arrested after running nude through retirement home
The man who crashed into a grocery store in Columbia Falls on Thursday evening and fled the scene was later apprehended after running nude through a nearby retirement home, according to new information from the Columbia Falls Police Department.
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Whitefish incident leads to assault charge
A late night dispute in Whitefish ultimately resulted in criminal charges against a Flathead Valley man.
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Court documents show Hot Springs homicide suspect, victim had troubled relationship
A Hot Springs man charged with deliberate homicide in the beating death of another resident in the small town allegedly laughed when describing the crime while he was being driven to the Sanders County Detention Center.
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Arson suspect accused of killing father pleads not guilty
A Kalispell man accused of murdering his father in an arson fire last month pleaded not guilty during his arraignment Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
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Dixon murder suspect has lengthy criminal past
A man accused of murdering a Dixon area resident two years ago had faced charges of shooting and injuring another man in the same area more than a decade ago.
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Suspect in 2018 Dixon killing charged with deliberate homicide
A suspect in the 2018 death of William “Bill” Conko Camel near Dixon is in custody and facing a deliberate homicide charge.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Man who robbed undercover cop in 2015 back in jail
A Northwest Montana man who tried to rob an undercover federal agent in a fake drug buy five years ago is back in custody after a series of alleged misdeeds.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Woman charged with murdering ex says it was self defense
A Flathead Valley woman accused of murdering her ex-husband, who had a history of domestic violence incidents, entered a not guilty plea Tuesday as her attorney maintained she shot the man in self-defense.
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The end of the line: A bugling bull, falling off Laverene and the ride out
The sound of rain hitting the tent was music to my ears. It was a product of a cold front which moved through the upper South Fork drainage.
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Man arrested in Dixon cold case murder
A man accused of murdering a Dixon area resident two years ago has been arrested and charged with deliberate homicide.
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Northwest Montana check stations to collect CWD samples
A combination of factors have experts believing the general deer and elk season will be a good one in Northwest Montana.
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Bob hunt part 4: Meat on the pole
“Boom!” A rifle shot broke the silence of the day just after noon on the third day of the hunt.
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Authorities investigate suspicious death at hot springs
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a woman Tuesday night in Hot Springs.
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Kalispell man accused of murdering father in arson fire
Kalispell man accused of murdering father in arson fire
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Bench trial set for man accused of vandalizing Ten Commandments monument
Bench trial set for man accused of vandalizing Ten Commandments
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Lake County jail inmates, staff test positive for virus
The Lake County Detention Center reported Monday that four inmates and one staff member have contracted COVID-19.
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Trial begins Monday for man accused of assaulting elderly woman
A Polson man charged with severely beating and choking an elderly wheelchair-bound woman at a group home in February is set to go on trial next week.
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Ronan woman jailed for role in fiery crash
A Ronan woman accused of driving drunk in a fiery crash on U.S. 93 which nearly took the life of a man is behind bars in Lake County.
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Man accused of threatening woman with knife in Woodland Park
A Flathead Valley man with a violent criminal past pleaded not guilty to assault with a weapon Tuesday morning in Flathead County District Court. Michael Anthony Mejak, 45, appeared telephonically to enter his plea.
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Transient charged with allegedly using bear spray on baby
A transient man is behind bars after he allegedly used bear spray on a family of four during a recent incident at a Kalispell residence.
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Bigfork man accused of sexually assaulting teen
John Paul Wehrman, 65, is charged with one felony count of sexual assault and two felony counts of incest.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Homicide suspect is employee of Abbie Shelter
A woman accused of murder in Sanders County is an employee of the Abbie Shelter, a Kalispell-based neighborhood domestic and sexual violence service provider.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Woman identified in fatal crash in Kalispell
Authorities have released the name of a woman who died in a fatal traffic crash last week in Kalispell.
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Investigators have new leads in Sanders County cold-case murder
Western Montana law enforcement officials said a joint investigation into the murder of a Sander County man has developed new leads.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Man charged with deliberate homicide in Hot Springs death
A Hot Springs man has been charged with deliberate homicide in the alleged beating death of another man.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lakeside woman accused of murdering ex-husband
A Lakeside woman has been charged with deliberate homicide in the alleged shooting death of her ex-husband in Paradise Thursday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Investigators have new leads in Sanders County cold-case murder
Western Montana law enforcement officials said a joint investigation into the murder of a Sander County man has developed new leads.
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County jail gets first COVID-19 case
An inmate at the Flathead County Detention Center has tested for COVID-19.
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Man charged with deliberate homicide in Hot Springs death
A Hot Springs man has been charged with deliberate homicide in the alleged beating death of another man on Wednesday.
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Fire crews work to protect ranches near Marion
Fire crews from Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and local fire departments worked to contain a wildfire burning near some ranches and an addiction treatment center west of Kalispell.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man accused of sexually assaulting teen
A Bigfork man is facing charges he sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl numerous times over a one-year period.
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A long ride into camp
The ride into the ‘Bob’ began early Sunday morning at Owl Creek Packer’s Roost.
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Fire crews work to protect ranches near Marion
Fire crews from Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and local fire departments worked to contain a wildfire burning near some ranches and an addiction treatment center west of Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man dies after crashing into school bus
Speed or alcohol are not believed to be factors in the crash.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Investigation of 2018 Sanders County homicide continues
Western Montana law enforcement officials are seeking the public's help as they continue to investigate William Patrick Conko Camel's death.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Accidental arsonist repeatedly violates parole
Nearly 12 years after he accidentally set fire to an apartment complex on West Reserve Drive where several people lived, a former Flathead Valley man is back in custody after repeatedly violating his parole.
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Man pleads not guilty to punching store manager
A Flathead Valley man accused of threatening a woman with brass knuckles earlier this year has landed back in trouble after he allegedly assaulted a grocery store manager.
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County undersheriff brings years of experience to new role
Flathead County Undersheriff Wayne DuBois has an abundance of energy and enthusiasm for his work.
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Authorities ID Bigfork man killed after crashing into bus
A Flathead Valley man died Thursday after the vehicle he was driving slammed into the back of a school bus on U.S. 93 south of Whitefish in front of Hillside Church.
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VA Secretary touts need for suicide prevention advocacy for veterans
While COVID-19 cases are on an upswing in the Flathead, the decades-long specter of suicide is still the chief health concern for veterans of the armed forces in Montana and the nation.
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Autopsy shows man found on shore of Whitefish Lake died of hypothermia
The body of a Columbia Falls man was recovered last week from the shore of Whitefish Lake, the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office reported Tuesday.
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Man cleared in Trumble Creek fatal shooting
A Flathead Valley initially charged with deliberate homicide after a shooting at a Trumble Creek residence earlier this month has been released.
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Superior man pleads guilty to assaulting teen at county fair
A Superior Army veteran accused of assaulting a teenage boy at the Mineral County Fair and Rodeo more than a year ago because the youth didn’t remove his hat during the national anthem, has pleaded guilty.
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Drunk driver gets 20 years in prison for killing 2 Flathead women
It was an emotional scene at the Flathead County Justice Center Thursday afternoon as two families heard the sentence for a Minnesota man who killed two Flathead Valley women while driving drunk July 4, 2019.
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Flathead man charged with deliberate homicide
A Flathead Valley man accused of deliberate homicide in connection with a fatal shooting on Thursday is behind held at the Flathead County jail.
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Fire destroys Farm to Market Pork feed mill
A West Valley business was the site of a fire Thursday evening.
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Three Kalispell teens accused in drive-by shooting
Three Kalispell men are behind bars after police said they were involved in a recent drive-by shooting.
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Butte man accused of attempted rape in Lakeside
A man with a history of sexual assault dating back more than 30 years was recently arrested after allegedly trying to rape a woman in Lakeside.
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Crews battling fire near Lost Trail Wildlife Refuge
Firefighters and aerial crews worked a wildfire Tuesday afternoon at the Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge.
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Police exonerated in war veteran shooting
A jury ruled two Kalispell Police Department officers were not at fault in the shooting of a man in his home in January 2016.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Kila man pleads guilty to 2017 Christmas Eve rape
A Kila man accused of a vicious rape and assault of a woman on Christmas Eve 2017 has pleaded guilty.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Police exonerated in war veteran shooting
A jury ruled two Kalispell Police Department officers were not at fault in the shooting of a man in his home in January 2016.
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At civil trial, defense argues police didn't need warrant
How law officers do their job was front and center during the fourth day of a civil jury trial about a man who was shot by Kalispell Police officers while they attempted to take his mother into custody for a mental health check.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Drive-by shooters sentenced to 15 years in prison
Two Flathead Valley men were sentenced to several years in the Montana State Prison Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court for their roles in a drive-by shooting last year.
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Bulldogs honor seniors in football opener
Some teams would have rolled over after facing a 30-6 halftime deficit, but the Mission Bulldogs fought to the end Friday night against Thompson Falls. Mission fell 38-32, but they battled through the fourth quarter on Senior Night, which was held on the teams’ home opener in an effort to …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Victim shot by Kalispell police testifies during civil trial
A Flathead Valley war veteran who was shot by Kalispell Police officers four years ago and one of the officers involved in the shooting testified Wednesday about their recollections of the incident during a civil jury trial underway in Flathead County District Court.
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Bison Range reopens to vehicle traffic
After being closed for four months, federal officials have reopened the National Bison Range.
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Firefighters battle blazes across Western Montana
Firefighters are battling a number of fires across Western Montana, but rain in the region was expected to give them a welcome break Monday.
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Blue Hawks hold off Mission, 38-32, in season opener
A key defensive play and two touchdowns in the last 22 seconds of the first half keyed the Thompson Falls Blue Hawks to a 38-32 win over the Mission Bulldogs as the 2020 high school football season kicked off in St. Ignatius.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jurors hear testimony in trial involving Kalispell man shot by police
Jurors tasked with deciding the merits of a case against the Kalispell Police Department’s involvement in the officer-related shooting of a Kalispell war veteran heard testimony Tuesday in the second day of a week-long trial.
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Hot Springs man arrested in arson fire
A Hot Springs man was arrested and charged with felony negligent arson Wednesday afternoon in Lake County.
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Deputies find missing child
A missing Columbia Falls baby has been found safe in Lincoln County, and an AMBER Alert was canceled Tuesday morning.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Suspected arsonist arrested in Pablo
A Pablo man suspected of setting a fire in a wooded area near the old Plum Creek Mill was arrested Monday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
National Bison Range finally reopens
After being closed for four months, federal officials have opened the National Bison Range.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Polson High School enacts spectator plan
As it will at many falls sports events, things will be a little different at Polson High School this year.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Martin City man faces jail for threatening CPS
A Martin City man pleaded guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court to threatening the lives of Child Protective Services workers.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Baby found safe in the Yaak
A missing Columbia Falls baby has been found safe in Lincoln County, and an AMBER Alert was canceled Tuesday morning.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Man pleads guilty to federal charges
A Whitefish man has pleaded not guilty in federal court to several felony charges that include money laundering, tax evasion and wire fraud.
WHITEFISH PILOT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
California wildfires affecting local air quality
While wildfires in Northwest Montana have been minimal, smoke from blazes burning in California has settled into the region, creating some moderate health effects.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Whitefish resident accused of violating parole
Drug charges in Bozeman have landed a former Whitefish resident in the Flathead County Jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Man admits threatening to kill CPS workers
A Martin City man pleaded guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court to threatening the lives of Child Protective Services workers.
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Kalispell man jailed on domestic assault charge
A man accused of punching his wife in front of their two children has been returned to jail after authorities said he violated his bond conditions.
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Crews battling regional wildfires
U.S. Forest Service crews are battling four small wildfires in Northwest Montana.
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Wood’s murder trial rescheduled for January
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been rescheduled for early next year.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff’s deputy arrests homicide suspect
Lake County law enforcement officers arrested a man Friday who is accused of a traffic-related homicide in Yellowstone County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Search for missing Ronan man scaled back
The search for a missing Ronan man has been scaled back.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pair of wildfires currently burning on Flathead National Forest
Flathead National Forest firefighters are battling two wildfires in remote sections of the Swan Mountain Range.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork victim testifies at burglar’s sentencing
A Bigfork woman battling cancer spoke about the effects a burglary had on her during a sentencing hearing for the perpetrator last week in Flathead County District Court.
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Bigfork victim testifies at burglar’s sentencing
A Bigfork woman battling cancer spoke about the effects a burglary had on her during a sentencing hearing for the perpetrator last week in Flathead County District Court.
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Man pleads guilty to domestic gun incident
A Kalispell man accused of firing a gun during a domestic incident last month pleaded guilty Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
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Man accused of threating judge pleads not guilty
A Kalispell man has been charged with threatening a Flathead County District Judge.
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Flathead chase suspects plead not guilty
Two Oregon residents accused of being involved in a high-speed chase and assault of a police officer in the Flathead Valley last month appeared Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arson suspected in Ronan wildfires
Tribal investigators suspect arson in two wildfires burning near Ronan.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood murder trial rescheduled for January 2021
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been rescheduled for early next year.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arson suspected in Ronan wildfires
Tribal investigators suspect arson in two wildfires burning near Ronan.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Alleged drive-by shooter pleads not guilty
A Flathead Valley man who was implicated in a drive-by shooting that occurred on the west side of Kalispell four days before Christmas 2019 appeared in Flathead District Court Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fall Mack Days tournament extended to 10 weeks
The 2020 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake is just around the corner, beginning Sept. 8.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Crews tackle Swan Mountain Range wildfire
Flathead National Forest firefighters are battling a fire in a remote area of the Swan Mountain Range.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big Arm man pleads guilty to child porn charges
A Big Arm man accused of felony child pornography recently pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court.
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Bear starts Ravalli fire; Magpie blaze 75% controlled
Western Montana firefighters have a Sanders County wildfire under control and worked to quickly extinguish another started by a bear Sunday.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wood murder trial date set for January 2021
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been rescheduled for early next year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mineral County records first two COVID-19 cases
Mineral County became the latest in Montana to record a COVID-19 case when health officials received two lab-confirmed positive results Monday afternoon.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man charged in domestic incident
A Kalispell man was arrested after a recent domestic incident that allegedly left a woman and her brother with various wounds.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Alleged drive-by shooter returns to jail
A man accused of a drive-by shooting earlier this summer is back in jail after he allegedly violated his release conditions.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man accused of assault at restaurant
A Kalispell man is facing a felony charge of burglary after a violent incident at a local taco restaurant.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Commission to consider proposed Flathead wildlife area
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wants to acquire a chunk of forest land along the Flathead River near Columbia Falls for a new wildlife management area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Police seek man in VFW death
The Whitefish Police Department is working with California authorities to find a man allegedly involved in the death of a Flathead Valley resident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Search continues for missing Ronan man
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office continues its search for a missing Ronan man who disappeared Saturday while picking berries with friends.
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Lake County authorities investigate Pablo shooting
One man was hospitalized and another man is being investigated after a shooting in Pablo Tuesday night.
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Big Arm man pleads guilty to child sexual exploitation
A Big Arm man accused of felony child pornography recently pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wildfire flares up on small island in Flathead Lake
A wildfire flared up Tuesday on Bird Island in Flathead Lake, sending up a column of smoke visible from Kalispell and Bigfork.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Officials call off suppression efforts on Bird Island blaze
A wildfire flared up Tuesday on Bird Island in Flathead Lake, sending up a column of smoke visible from Kalispell and Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
PHOTOS: Wildfire flares up on small island in Flathead Lake
A wildfire flared up Tuesday on Bird Island in Flathead Lake, sending up a column of smoke visible from Kalispell and Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish Police Department investigating deadly fight
The Whitefish Police Department is investigating the death of a man at a local bar that happened last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Woman rescued after climbing accident
A woman fell 80 feet while climbing in the Point of Rocks area near Olney Sunday afternoon.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man pleads not guilty to fraud charges
A Whitefish man has pleaded not guilty in federal court to several felony charges that include money laundering, tax evasion and wire fraud.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Victim advocate finds calling in working with abused kids
As a teenager, Sean Sullivan thought he was going to be a forest ranger. But as it often happens, life had other plans for him and many in the Flathead Valley are thankful.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man pleads not guilty to vehicular assault
A Flathead Valley man pleaded not guilty to negligent vehicular assault and criminal child endangerment Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rangers push for preparedness amid spike in emergency calls
Call it near “death by selfie” situations, or not understanding the risks of recreating in the outdoors, or not being prepared for various situations in the mountains, but Glacier National Park rangers are dealing with an alarming increase in emergencies and calls for service.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minnesota man pleads guilty to 2019 DUI homicide
A Minnesota man accused of driving drunk and killing two Flathead Valley women last summer will plead guilty to two counts of vehicular homicide.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Magpie Rock Fire grows, Horseshoe 60% contained
It was a mixed bag of news for two wildfires burning on tribal land in Northwest Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grandmother faces child endangerment charge
A Polson woman is facing a felony charge after authorities allege she drove drunk and crashed her vehicle with her 8-year-old grandson in the car.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Campfire-caused fire jumps river, grows in acreage
Fueled by hot, dry and windy conditions, two wildfires continue to burn in Western Montana on tribal land.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New wildfire near Polson; Dixon blaze at 2,000 acres
Another wildfire was reported on the Flathead Reservation Tuesday afternoon southwest of Polson.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New wildfire near Polson; Sanders Co. fire approaches 2,000 acres
Another wild fire was reported on the Flathead Reservation Tuesday afternoon southwest of Polson.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Unicorns spotted in Glacier Park
They just prance around the Weeping Wall so gracefully
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fire danger now high in Northwest Montana
Hot, dry conditions across Northwest Montana have led fire managers to raise the fire danger rating to high.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man dies in Woods Bay crash
A Bigfork man died in a motorcycle crash Thursday night when he collided with a deer near Woods Bay south of Bigfork.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Firefighters douse blaze in Polson
Firefighters kept a trailer fire in Polson from spreading to nearby buildings last Wednesday.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jury trial postponed for Polson woman accused of murder
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been postponed.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
More felony charges for Polson man
A Polson man facing charges for forgery and burglary has also been accused of drug possession in Flathead County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Victims overpower alleged attacker
A man and his son turned the tables on another North Valley resident when he allegedly attacked them with a knife during a recent incident.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Oregon couple jailed after high-speed chase
Two Oregon residents were booked into the Flathead County Detention Center Wednesday after police said they engaged in a high-speed chase and rammed a police vehicle on U.S. 93 late Tuesday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Accused stalker back in jail
A Columbia Falls man accused of stalking a former girlfriend has been returned to jail after authorities said he violated his bond conditions by continuing to contact the woman.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man faces federal assault charges
A Flathead Valley man is accused of cutting his boyfriend with a knife where they lived inside Glacier National Park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ronan man still missing in Flathead River
A Ronan man remains missing after jumping into the Flathead River near Buffalo Rapids on Saturday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Two charged in Whitefish mask incident
Charges were filed against two people involved in a mask incident on Saturday at a grocery store in Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Law enforcement officials weigh in on mask mandate
The jail roster listing inmates in the Flathead County Detention Center typically includes people accused or convicted of murder, drug offenses, driving under the influence and partner or family member assault. But don’t expect to see people listed there because they violated Gov. Bullock’s mask directive.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jury trial postponed for Polson woman accused of murder
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been postponed.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Motorcyclist dies in collision with deer
A North Dakota man died in a motorcycle crash Thursday night when he collided with a deer near Woods Bay south of Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bear incidents tax wildlife managers
Grizzly bears and their interactions with people continue to challenge wildlife managers in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood’s murder trial postponed
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been postponed.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood murder trial postponed
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been postponed.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood’s murder trial to begin July 20
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VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood’s murder trial begins July 20
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 will begin next week.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Family sues man accused of DUI homicide
The family of a Kalispell man who died in a suspected drunk driving crash last month has sued the man accused of the crime.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man rescued after fall in Glacier National Park
A man from New York was rescued by Glacier National Park crews and Two Bear Air after he fell and slid down a snowfield on Mount Oberlin at Logan Pass.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Danielle Wood’s murder trial to begin July 20
The trial of a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 will begin next week.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man pleads guilty in drive-by shooting
A second man involved in a drive-by shooting in Kalispell last year pleaded guilty to the offense last week in Flathead County District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man pleads not guilty to Silver Bullet stabbing
A Columbia Falls man accused of stabbing another man outside a bar pleaded not guilty last week in Flathead District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
73-year-old C-Falls man sentenced in meth case
A 73-year-old Columbia Falls man who pleaded guilty to selling methamphetamine was sentenced last week in Flathead District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Libby man accused of shooting horse faces federal gun charges
A man accused of animal cruelty in Lincoln County is now facing federal gun charges after authorities allegedly discovered machine guns and silencers inside his home.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Authorities identify man who drowned in Middle Fork
A 40-year-old man from Missouri perished in the Middle Fork Flathead River Sunday night near Essex.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County records first three COVID-19 cases
Last week’s first apparent COVID-19 case in Sanders County turned out to be a false positive, but a trio of cases this week are the real thing.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Drive-by shooting suspect arrested
A third Flathead Valley resident allegedly involved in a drive-by shooting last year is behind bars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man sentenced for meth distribution
A 73-year-old Columbia Falls man who pleaded guilty to selling methamphetamine was sentenced Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Alleged monument vandal pleads not guilty
A man accused of vandalizing a Ten Commandments monument at the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell pleaded not guilty in Flathead District Court Thursday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Second drive-by shooter pleads guilty
A second man involved in a drive-by shooting in Kalispell last year pleaded guilty to the offense Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man pleads not guilty to bar stabbing
A Columbia Falls man accused of stabbing another man outside a bar pleaded not guilty Thursday morning in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man deemed unfit to stand trial now faces assault charges
A Flathead County District Court judge recently ordered a Kila man to return to the county to face charges he allegedly brutally assaulted and a raped a woman in 2017.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
CSKT opens lands to public use for residents
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribal Council recently took action to modify a current resolution regarding recreation on tribal land, to allow all people who reside on the Flathead Indian Reservation full return of access and use of tribal lands, including campgrounds and recreation lands managed by the Tribal Division …
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New conservation area planned in Flathead, Lincoln counties
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing to develop a new conservation area west of Kalispell in Flathead and Lincoln counties.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell’s Mahlen wins Mack Days again
Excelling in the Mack Days fishing tournaments is about mastering the numbers game.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 test result was a false positive
The COVID-19 test result for a Sanders County resident turned out to be a false positive.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County reports first positive COVID-19 case
Sanders County health officials have reported the county’s first case of COVID-19.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Third man sought for role in drive-by shooting
The Kalispell Police Department is looking for a third man involved in a drive-by shooting that occurred in December 2019.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
St. Ignatius man pleads guilty to assaulting girlfriend
A St. Ignatius man accused of the brutal assault of his girlfriend earlier this year pleaded guilty to the offense recently in Lake County District Court.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Arlee woman accused of killing her uncle with baseball bat
A woman is lodged in the Missoula County Detention Center after authorities said she murdered her uncle with an aluminum baseball bat.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
CSKT opens lands to public use for residents
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribal Council recently took action to modify a current resolution regarding recreation on tribal land, to allow all people who reside on the Flathead Indian Reservation full return of access and use of tribal lands, including campgrounds and recreation lands managed by the Tribal Division …
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
DUI homicide suspect posts $500,000 bail
An Arizona man accused of killing a Kalispell resident while allegedly driving drunk is free after posting bail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mineral County sheriff to resign Aug. 1
For the second time in less than three years, Mineral County will be looking for a new sheriff.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Polson man pleads not guilty in child endangerment
A Polson man is lodged in the Lake County Jail on child criminal endangerment charges after a police chase.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Creston family narrowly escapes burning home
A Creston family narrowly escaped their burning home early Tuesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Court filings show Whitefish man had threatened to murder ex-wife
Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino has released the names of the four people who died in a murder-suicide incident that occurred Tuesday morning in the Olney area.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man faces charges for violent bike ride with female
A recent late night bicycle ride apparently descended into an assault with a Columbia Falls man facing charges.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Woman reported missing in Bob Marshall found safe
A woman hiking alone in the Bob Marshall Wilderness was reported missing Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sheriff: 4 people dead in Olney murder-suicide
The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent triple homicide in Olney.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Search continues for missing man in Glacier National Park
Officials from Glacier National Park and the Flathead Valley are searching for a missing Idaho man inside the park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Court affirms judgment for injured railroad worker
An appeals court has ruled in favor of a former Columbia Falls BNSF Railway Co. worker who successfully sued after he was injured on the job in 2015.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
C-Falls man accused of assault during bike ride
A recent late night bicycle ride apparently descended into an assault with a Columbia Falls man facing charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
County seeks fire board applicants
The Flathead County commissioners are attempting to fill a number of open spots on three area fire district boards.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Trial moves forward in alleged Ronan homicide case
The murder trial of a Colorado man accused in the beating death of another man at an RV park in Ronan last summer will remain in Lake County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Murder trial of Ronan man remains in Lake County
The murder trial of a Colorado man accused in the beating death of another man at an RV park in Ronan last summer will remain in Lake County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man nets $10,000 trout
For the just the second time in tournament history, the famous $10,000 tagged lake trout has been caught during the annual Mack Days event on Flathead Lake.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Searchers recover body of man in Flathead River
Flathead Valley search and rescue teams on Wednesday morning recovered the body of a man who likely drowned in the Flathead River Tuesday near the old Columbia Falls Aluminum Company plant. The man was identified as Dennis Bee, 52, of Whitefish.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Arizona man charged with DUI homicide
An Arizona man accused of driving drunk, crashing into a Kalispell home and killing a man who lived there has been charged with felony vehicular homicide while under the influence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Searchers recover man’s body in Flathead River
Flathead Valley search and rescue teams on Wednesday morning recovered the body of a man who likely drowned in the Flathead River Tuesday near the old Columbia Falls Aluminum Company plant. The man was identified as Dennis Bee, 52, of Whitefish.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Martin City man accused of threatening CPS worker
A Child Protective Services employee called the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office June 10 to report she and other employees had received threatening voicemail messages from a man identified as Tyler Scott Smith, 31, of Martin City, according to court documents.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Authorities looking for Damien Hill
Flathead County law officers are seeking a man who was convicted of negligent homicide more than a decade ago.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Angler catches Mack Days $10,000 lake trout
For the just the second time in tournament history, the famous $10,000 tagged lake trout has been caught during the annual Mack Days event on Flathead Lake.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Campsite fugitive back in court in Flathead County
When a Western Montana man went missing from a campsite in Sanders County on Memorial Day there was considerable reaction from the social media community.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wait is over: Plains pool finally opens
After a two-year wait, area residents finally were able to take a dip in the E.L. Johnson Memorial Pool Saturday.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Search and rescue teams seek man in Flathead River
Flathead Valley search and rescue teams were searching for a man in the Flathead River Tuesday afternoon after a raft he and three others were in capsized just north of the Teakettle Fishing Access area at Columbia Falls.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Parolee back in court for revocation hearing
When a Western Montana man went missing from a campsite in Sanders County on Memorial Day there was considerable reaction from the social media community.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man catches Mack Days $10,000 fish
For the just the second time in tournament history, the famous $10,000 tagged lake trout has been caught during the annual Mack Days event on Flathead Lake.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man convicted of negligent homicide sought by law
Flathead County law officers are seeking a man who was convicted of negligent homicide more than a decade ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Woman allegedly assaults Kalispell police officers
It was nearly midnight on the evening of May 19 when a Kalispell police officer responded to a call for a welfare check for a person on North Main Street.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kila man faces child sex assault charge
A Kila man is facing a child sexual assault charge after a 9-year-old victim reported the alleged assault to another adult.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man threatens to kill CPS workers
A Child Protective Services employee called the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office June 10 to report she and other employees had received threatening voicemail messages from a man identified as Tyler Scott Smith, 31, of Martin City, according to court documents.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Plains residents hold rally to support law officers
Even as some city officials across the country consider disbanding police departments, residents of Plains, Montana took to the street Friday afternoon to let everyone know how they feel about law enforcement officers in Sanders County.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Savenac kids fishing day a delight
Strong winds and threatening skies did little to dampen anyone’s enthusiasm at the kids fishing day last Saturday at Savenac Pond in Haugan.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Trout Creek’s Conlin wins Montana BASS state title
A great start and a strong finish lifted Trout Creek’s Jim Conlin to the Montana BASS Nation State Championship last weekend at Noxon Rapids Reservoir.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Armed robber gets jail time
A Columbia Falls teenager with a criminal history recently was sentenced earlier this spring to serve time in a Montana Department of Corrections facility for an armed robbery he committed last year.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Commitment to duty — Kalispell Police officer honored by peers
It hasn’t taken Tara Oster long to make an impression in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Man gets jail time for endangering child
A Kalispell man accused of being under the influence of methamphetamine while holding his infant son was recently sentenced to serve time behind bars.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mack Days tourney resumes after Covid-19 shutdown
No one has boated the $10,000 lake trout yet, but anglers are back in force on Flathead Lake in the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe’s Mack Days tournament.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mineral, Sanders county election results
The COVID-19 pandemic did little to discourage voters from placing their ballots in the mail box.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Homesteader Days Rodeo this weekend
Homesteader Days in Hot Springs may look somewhat different in 2020, but for fans of the rodeo and live music, those are two things they can count on at next weekend’s event.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Officials release names in homicide, fatal shooting
The names of those involved in Tuesday’s homicide and subsequent fatal shooting of the suspect have been released.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Homicide suspect shot and killed at Woods Bay
A man who allegedly fired shots at local law enforcement officers in the Woods Bay area was killed Tuesday afternoon following a high-speed chase in connection with the alleged homicide of a woman at a residence west of Kalispell, according to Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Woman charged with criminal endangerment
A Kalispell woman is facing a felony charge after she allegedly rear-ended a vehicle and then the woman who driving.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Court documents detail drive-by shooting
A love triangle appears to have been a major factor in a Memorial Day weekend drive-by shooting in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Hungry Horse man accused of abusing father
A Hungry Horse man is facing a charge of elder abuse after authorities said he slapped his 79-year-old father in the face during a recent dispute.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Teen pleads guilty to drive-by shooting
A Flathead Valley man has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a drive-by shooting that occurred on the west side of Kalispell four days before Christmas 2019.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
A range of emotions for 2020 Hot Springs graduates
Hot Springs High School made the most of its outdoor graduation ceremony Sunday, May 24.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Plains hosts unique ceremony
Drivers honking their vehicle horns as a means of applause was one of the unique things about the Plains High School graduation ceremony.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Plains VFW Post 3596 remembers the fallen
Saturday evening in Plains, members of the Plains VFW Post 3596 gathered at the Plains Cemetery for a ceremony to honor the deceased who served in the armed forces.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
T-Falls seniors perservered
A brisk wind Sunday afternoon made it a challenge for Thompson Falls’ Class of 2020 during graduation ceremonies, but it wasn’t the most difficult they endured.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Two deaths reported in separate crashes near Hot Springs
Two Northwest Montana residents died recently in vehicle crashes near Hot Springs.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Hot Springs will host Homesteaders Days Rodeo
Homesteader Days in Hot Springs may look somewhat different in 2020, but for fans of the rodeo and live music, those are two things they can count on at next weekend’s event.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Modified Spring Mack Days tourney goes till June 28
Many thought the 2020 Spring Mack Days fishing tournament on Flathead Lake wouldn’t return, but it has.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Getting a glimpse at the great gray owl in its native habitat
I had my first sighting of a great gray owl last week after finishing a walk near home.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Polson woman dies in crash on Montana 35
A Polson woman died in a traffic crash Saturday night on Montana 35 in Lake County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mack Days fishing tourney resumes June 2
Many thought the 2020 Spring Mack Days fishing tournament on Flathead Lake wouldn’t return, but it has.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
More details emerge about fatal Kila shooting
The Sunday evening incident on Rogers Lake Road near Kila that left one man dead began when his daughter called 911 to report he was pointing a gun at his wife.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Great gray owl haunts woods of the north
I had my first sighting of a great gray owl last week after finishing a walk near home.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
A mixed bag for Sanders County events
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and related concerns have led to many events being cancelled in Sanders County.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Traffic stop raises suspicion of sex trafficking, but no charges
A traffic stop by Montana Highway Patrol in Sanders County left troopers suspecting the people were involved in sex trafficking.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Tribe closes hunting for cow, calf moose
Declining moose populations in Western Montana have led the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe to close hunting of antlerless animals on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Plains VFW Auxiliary honors its own
There is no questioning the commitment of the Plains VFW Post 3596 Auxiliary.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell woman dies in ATV wreck near Hot Springs
A 46-year-old Kalispell woman died in an all-terrain vehicle accident Saturday night near Hot Springs.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Man who raped teen is now back in jail
A former Columbia Falls man who raped a teenage girl while she slept is accused of violating his probation and is back in jail.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Alcohol, speed suspected in fatal Lake County crash
A Polson woman died in a traffic crash Saturday night on Montana 35 in Lake County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Officials ID Kila man shot dead in shootout
Officials have ID’d the Kila man shot and killed by Flathead County law enforcement officers during a standoff Sunday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Police seek person in alleged drive-by shooting
The Kalispell Police Department is searching for a person who allegedly committed a drive-by shooting Sunday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Polson man arrested for forgery, burglary
A Polson man is facing charges from a 2019 incident after he was recently arrested in Flathead County.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Officers nab alleged crossbow thief
An often used phrase says “timing is everything.”
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Tribe closes hunting for cow, calf moose
Declining moose populations in Western Montana have led the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe to close hunting of antlerless animals on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Polson man arrested for forgery
A Polson man is facing charges from a 2019 incident after he was recently arrested in Flathead County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Missoula man dies in Lake County crash
A 47-year-old Missoula man is dead after crashing the pickup truck he was driving early Friday near Pablo.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Convicted rapist accused of violating probation
A Kalispell man who raped a teenage girl while she slept is accused of violating his probation and is back in jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Woman who ran escort service now facing drug charges
A Kalispell woman who pleaded guilty to promoting prostitution and received a suspended sentence in 2019 was returned to the Flathead County Detention Center recently after authorities said she violated her probation by allegedly possessing and using methamphetamine.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Hot Springs residents depend on Buck’s Grocery
The values of hard work and acting in concert are on display at Buck’s Grocery in Hot Springs.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Crews douse fire at old CHS silos
A fire broke out in the old CHS Feed Center silos Tuesday afternoon in downtown Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Missoula man dies in Lake County crash
A 47-year-old Missoula man is dead after crashing the pickup truck he was driving early Friday near Pablo.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls teen sentenced for armed robbery
A Columbia Falls teenager with a criminal history recently was sentenced to serve time in a Montana Department of Corrections facility for an armed robbery he committed last year.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Missing persons cases decline on Flathead Reservation
Montana Department of Justice statistics indicate indigenous people are four times more likely to go missing as non-indigenous persons. That’s just one element of a project the Montana Department of Justice unveiled May 5, which was also National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Drunk driver who slammed into house, killing sleeping teen, gets prison time
A Flathead Valley man who drove drunk and killed a 15-year-old Evergreen girl last spring while she slept in her bedroom received a lengthy prison sentence Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Man gets prison time for killing Evergreen teen
A Flathead Valley man who drove drunk and killed a 15-year-old Evergreen girl last spring while she slept in her bedroom received a lengthy prison sentence Wednesday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man allegedly sold meth so he could go on a trip
A 73-year-old Columbia Falls man is facing charges of selling methamphetamine.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
High court upholds stolen valor ruling
The Montana Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a Whitefish businessman who was defrauded of about a quarter-million dollars in a stolen valor case involving a Virginia man.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Sanders, Mineral voters pick school trustees; St. Regis levy passes
The ballots are back and the voters have spoken in Sanders and Mineral counties on a number of school-related elections.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County Coalition battles child abuse
Crystal Buchanan, her husband and daughter had their work cut out for them last week when they placed 875 pinwheels in the grassy strip in downtown Plains.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Plains residents orchestrate own ‘Spartan Race’ runs as scheduled
The COVID-19 pandemic may have forced the cancellation of countless events in Montana and across the world, but Plains resident Mike Tatum didn’t let it stop him from putting on an abbreviated version of the famed Spartan Race.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Thompson Falls Schools welcomes Scully, Schrock
When students return to school in Thompson Falls in a little more than three months, they will be greeted by a new superintendent and high school principal.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
House fire leaves Plains couple hospitalized
A house fire in Plains Sunday night has left a married couple hospitalized.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls man allegedly sold meth to pay for trip
A 73-year-old Columbia Falls man is facing charges of selling methamphetamine.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Driver accused of trying to drown passengers
A Kalispell man with several DUI convictions is accused of driving his truck into Smith Lake in what authorities allege was an effort to drown himself and two others in the vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Western Montana mourns passing of Hot Springs child
A little girl from Hot Springs who inspired thousands of people across Western Montana as she battled brain cancer during the past year has died.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Crow leaves thousands without power in Flathead Valley
Nearly 9,000 people were without electric service Thursday morning in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Whitefish man charged with partner assault, striking police officer
A Whitefish man is being held at the Flathead County Jail following an incident on Sunday that began with alleged family member assault, a Whitefish Police officer being struck by the perpetrator’s vehicle and a high-speed chase.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Regional Housing Task Force is looking for way to fight shortage
The housing shortage in Mineral and Sanders counties isn’t new, just as it has been an ongoing problem across Montana.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Sanders County schools finalize year-end plans
School officials in Sanders County have mostly finalized plans for the end of the 2019-20 school year.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
National Bison Range remains closed
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service temporarily suspended public visitation and use at the National Bison Range April 9 and there is no word on when it may reopen.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Thompson Falls’ High Bridge hits anniversary mark
Northwest Montana is blessed with countless destinations and sights to see, but one of the more family friendly ones is the Historic High Bridge in Thompson Falls.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Sanders, Mineral voters pick school trustees; St. Regis levy passes
The ballots are back and the voters have spoken in Sanders and Mineral counties on a number of school-related elections.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
National Bison Range remains closed
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service temporarily suspended public visitation and use at the National Bison Range April 9 and there is no word on when it may reopen.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork woman allegedly pulls gun on couple
A Bigfork woman has pleaded not guilty to threatening a couple with a gun during a recent incident on Cascade Drive.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Art a lifetime pursuit for Plains octogenarian
Longtime artist Kenton Pies’ love for creating art and nurturing a love for art in others hasn’t diminished with the passage of time.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Art a lifetime pursuit for Plains octogenarian
Longtime artist Kenton Pies’ love for creating art and nurturing a love for art in others hasn’t diminished with the passage of time.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Barbecue the cause of Kalispell structure fire
Firefighters from three departments battled a structure fire west of Kalispell City Airport late Thursday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Woman pleads not guilty to striking child with vehicle
A Northwest Montana woman accused of striking a little girl with her vehicle while the girl was getting off a school bus last year pleaded not guilty Thursday afternoon in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man dead after high-speed pursuit
A 22-year-old Kalispell man is dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase late Wednesday night.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Clark Fork Valley Hospital CEO urges continued diligence
Despite the fact Sanders County hasn’t had one positive COVID-19 case, health care professionals are urging continued diligence.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell child killer denied parole
A former Kalispell man who murdered his two children nearly three decades ago was denied Tuesday morning at the Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kila man dies in motorcycle crash, young boy injured
A Kila father is dead and his 5-year-old son is in critical condition after the motorcycle they were on collided with a deer Sunday night in Kila.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell driver charged with insurance fraud
Ronald Lee Glover, 22, of Kalispell, is facing one felony count of criminal insurance fraud after a traffic accident last summer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Bigfork man accused of hatchet assault
A Bigfork man was accused of attempting to harm a woman with a hatchet during a recent altercation at their residence.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man charged with sex assault
A Kalispell man is accused of rape after the alleged victim came forward to report the incident more than a year later.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Trial set for case involving war veteran, Kalispell police officers
A trial date has been scheduled in the case of a Kalispell war veteran who sued after he was shot by two Kalispell Police Department officers inside his home more than four years ago.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man dead after high-speed pursuit
A 22-year-old Kalispell man is dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase late Wednesday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Kalispell man dead after police chase
A 22-year-old Kalispell man is dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase late Wednesday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Life Flight partners with Montana, Idaho health networks
Life Flight Network, the nation’s largest not-for-profit air medical transport service, recently announced a new partnership with Montana Health CO-OP and Idaho’s Mountain Health CO-OP.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Man taken into custody after police standoff
A 56-year-old Kalispell man was taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center for a mental health evaluation after an hours-long standoff Wednesday with law enforcement officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Firefighters get Plains wildfire under control
Western Montana firefighters are doing mop up work on a 40-acre wildfire that occurred Tuesday afternoon in the Henry Creek drainage, about 5 miles east of Plains, on the Lolo National Forest.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Teen charged with rape of disabled girl
A Columbia Falls teenager has been accused of a sex crime against a developmentally disabled female.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Woman accused of DUI with children in vehicle
A Kalispell woman recently was charged with driving drunk with two 4-year-old children in a vehicle.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Man accused of assaulting, threatening police officers
When Flathead County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a possible trespass call on South Fork Drive on Easter Sunday, they found a man who didn’t go quietly.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Columbia Falls teen accused of sex crime
A Columbia Falls teenager has been accused of a sex crime against a developmentally disabled female.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Feds propose increasing hunting on wildlife refuges
The federal government has made a proposal to increase hunting and fishing chances on wildlife refuges across the country, including two in Western Montana.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
CSKT lands, boat launches only open to tribal residents due to COVID-19
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council recently passed a resolution to limit access of its lands for recreation.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
3 Flathead Valley men facing numerous burglary charges
Three Flathead Valley men are facing several charges on various robbery, burglary and theft charges that occurred over a period of several months in the Flathead Valley.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Plains students are winners in poster contest
Three Plains High School students were recently named winners of the “Keep Montana Green” art contest.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
More hunting could be had at local refuges
The federal government has made a proposal to increase hunting and fishing chances on wildlife refuges across the country, including two in Western Montana.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Fire officials investigate blaze in Evergreen
Flathead County fire officials are investigating a blaze of “questionable circumstances” after a fire destroyed a home in Evergreen early Monday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Fortine woman accused of hitting child in vehicle appears in court
The driver of a vehicle accused of striking a little girl getting off a school last year made her initial court appearance Monday in Flathead County Justice Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Ranchers, agency rescue three grizzly cubs
Three orphaned grizzly bear cubs now have a home, albeit temporary, after some ranchers and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks employees worked together to save them after their mother was euthanized following an encounter with a hiker near Dupuyer.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
From military service to hunting, boat inspector has led a full life
Garland “Ham” Hamilton is a man with plenty of stories and he’s very willing to share them.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Officers play Easter bunny to spread joy to children
A late-night idea turned into hundreds of Flathead Valley children getting Easter baskets this weekend from area law enforcement officers.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Feds propose increasing hunting on wildlife refuges
The federal government has made a proposal to increase hunting and fishing chances on wildlife refuges across the country, including two in Western Montana.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Attorney to plead guilty to felony criminal endangerment
A Kalispell attorney accused of driving drunk and crashing his vehicle with his son inside last spring is scheduled to enter a guilty plea relating to the alleged offense.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Murder victim’s family relieved after killer dies in prison
The family of a Flathead Valley woman who was murdered by her husband in 1979 is feeling relief after the killer died in the Montana State Prison.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Spring bear, turkey seasons will go on as planned
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials said Friday, March 27 that spring hunting seasons for black bear and wild turkey have not been cancelled.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Former board employee indicted on felony charges
A former Flathead Joint Board of Control employee has been indicted on federal charges she stole tens of thousands of dollars over a span of three years.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Troy woman a tried and true believer in bear spray
The bears are out and wildlife officials are sounding their refrain to “be bear aware.”
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
CSKT lands, boat launches only open to tribal residents due to COVID-19
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council recently passed a resolution to limit access of its lands for recreation.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Driver who hit Olney girl charged with criminal endangerment
The driver of a vehicle who ran over a little girl getting off a school last year has been charged with criminal endangerment.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Man jailed after alleged Costco robbery
An Evergreen man is facing a felony robbery charge after police say he and a companion stole items from Costco and nearly ran over a store employee who tried to stop them.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Kalispell man pleads guilty to endangering child’s life
A Kalispell man accused of running shirtless in traffic while holding his infant son and under the influence of methamphetamine pleaded guilty to the offense Thursday in Flathead County District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Woman accused of shooting at police pleads not guilty
A woman accused of exchanging gunfire with Flathead Valley law officers last week in Bigfork appeared in Flathead District Court Thursday and entered not guilty pleas to three felony charges.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Big Arm man accused of sex crimes moved to Toole County
A Big Arm man accused of sex crimes against children is lodged in the Crossroads Correctional Facility in Toole County.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Free firewood cutting begins April 1
Personal firewood cutting will be free to the general public from April 1 through June 1, 2020, on the Lolo National Forest and no permit will be required during this time.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Hot Springs hit with string of crimes
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
National Forest cabins, developed campgrounds closed
Fifteen rental cabins in Flathead National Forest have been closed indefinitely for the health and safety of visitors and staff due to COVID-19.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Plains declares declaration of local disaster emergency
As concerns mount over COVID-19, Plains Mayor Dan Rowan issued a declaration of a state of local disaster emergency Tuesday, March 24.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Hot Springs hit with string of crimes
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Officials urge fall burning due to COVID-19
While Flathead Valley residents are taking advantage of spring open burning season to get outside, fire experts suggest waiting until later this spring or fall to burn large piles of debris due to the amount of smoke they produce.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Landmark rural restaurant destroyed by fire
A Northwest Montana landmark was destroyed in a fire Tuesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Woman, police exchange gunfire in Bigfork
Shots fired in Bigfork after deputies locate driver of stolen vehicle
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Flathead National Forest plans prescribed burns
Flathead National Forest officials are planning spring prescribed fire projects when weather and air quality are favorable.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Meth driving crime spree in Hot Springs
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Texas parolee lands in hot water in Hot Springs
A Texas fugitive is facing several felony charges after two separate incidents in Sanders County.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
All-Star basketball games in Ronan canceled over virus
The 25th Annual Mission Mountain All-Star basketball games have been canceled.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Mission Mountain All-Star games cancelled
The 25th Annual Mission Mountain All-Star basketball games have been canceled.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Four arrested in Kalispell standoff
Flathead Valley law officers arrested five wanted individuals on numerous warrants following a standoff early Thursday morning in Kalispell.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
National Forest offices limit access to public
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Flathead and Kootenai National Forest officials are limiting access to their offices.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Sheriff’s Office, courts announce virus-related changes
Workers at the Flathead County Justice Center aren’t immune from the effects of COVID-19, or coronavirus, as they have implemented several measures to minimize potential exposure.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS AGO
Woman charged with criminal endangerment
A Flathead Valley woman ended up in jail after allegedly firing a handgun during a fight with her boyfriend.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hot Springs man accused of hitting girlfriend and child
The specter of methamphetamine use can be found nearly anywhere and Hot Springs is no exception.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Firefighters climb in memory of Franklin Reed
Concern with the coronavirus led the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to postpone its annual firefighter stair climb in Seattle last weekend.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Sanders County 4-H kicks off Communication Days event
There was a hair braider, a tomahawk thrower and an equestrian, all showing their talents in their respective areas of expertise at last weekend’s Sanders County 4-H Communication Days events.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Area players will be featured at Mission Mountain game
The 25th Annual Mission Mountain All-Star basketball games will be played Thursday, March 26, at the Ronan Event Center.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Parolee allegedly threatens workers with gun
This time, it wasn’t a joke.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Sentencing set for man charged with felony assault with weapon
A Kalispell man accused of shooting at a trio of people last fall is scheduled to be sentenced next week in Flathead District Court.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Polson man accused of assaulting elderly woman
A Polson man is facing charges he severely beat and choked an elderly wheelchair-bound woman at a group home last month.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trial date pushed back for murder suspect Danielle Wood
The trial date for a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been pushed back to July.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Church arson suspect makes bail; allegedly reoffends
A woman accused of setting a church on fire in Alberton last month made bail and allegedly continued to terrorize community members in the small village.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kalispell child killer has April parole hearing
A child killer is up for parole next month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man faces several charges following car chase
A Kalispell man is facing several charges after authorities said he led police on a high-speed chase in the Columbia Falls area before they used spike strips to halt his rampage last week.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Two men arrested in West Valley standoff
Two Flathead Valley men are in custody after a standoff with law enforcement officers that ended early Tuesday morning.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Judge doesn’t lower bail in shooting case
A Columbia Falls man accused in a December drive-by shooting of several Kalispell residences appeared in Flathead District Court Tuesday seeking a reduction in his bond, but Judge Dan Wilson denied it.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Polson man accused of assaulting elderly woman
A Polson man is facing charges he severely beat and choked an elderly wheelchair-bound woman at a group home last month.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
C-Falls man jailed after alleged domestic altercation
A recent domestic incident has landed a Columbia Falls man in jail.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mission Valley trio fifth at state wrestling tourney
Polson wrestler Kedrick Baker gave the Pirates a state medal winner last week at the Montana State Class A Championships at MetraPark in Billings.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mission-Charlo’s Allik earns state wrestling title
Mission/Charlo wrestler Isaiah Allik will play football collegiately and he’s been an all-state performer in track and field as well as in wrestling, but Saturday at MetraPark in Billings achieved his crowning glory after winning the Class B/C 170-pound state championship.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Change of venue sought for Ronan homicide suspect
Attorneys for a Colorado man accused in the vicious beating death of another man at an RV park in Ronan last summer are seeking a change of venue for the trial.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Backcountry Horsemen share packing, safety tips
Those that treasure and savor time in Montana’s backcountry can thank Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead for its efforts over the last six decades.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Golf club destroyed in fire
A fire destroyed the clubhouse at Eagle Bend Golf Club early Sunday morning in Bigfork.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bigfork blaze destroys Eagle Bend clubhouse
A fire destroyed the clubhouse at Eagle Bend Golf Club early Sunday morning in Bigfork.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Retired biologist now writing a book about wolves
It’s not unusual for a wildlife biologist to be intimately familiar with the species they study and Diane Boyd certainly is familiar with wolves.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ten Sanders County wrestlers qualify for state
Ten wrestlers from Sanders County qualified for the state tournament this week at MetraPark in Billings.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Paradise man jailed after alleged Christmas day assault
A Paradise man is lodged in the Sanders County Detention Center after authorities said he beat up his wife on Christmas day.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hecla is hopeful about mines despite legal fight
Despite several lingering legal challenges, officials with an Idaho mining company remain confident they will be able to open two mines in Northwest Montana at some point in the future.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Woman jailed in connection to Alberton church blaze
A suspect in the fire that damaged a Alberton church last week is in custody.
VALLEY PRESS-MINERAL INDEPENDENT | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lamb gets 10 years for stabbing death
A Flathead Valley man who pleaded guilty to stabbing his boyfriend to death more than a year ago will spend the next several years in the Montana State Prison after he was sentenced Wednesday.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mission-Charlo grapplers crown three champions at divisional tournament
The Mission-Charlo Bulldogs won the Western Class B-C Divisional tournament last Saturday in St. Ignatius and will send 10 wrestlers to the state tournament this week at MetraPark in Billings.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Charlo’s Love, DuMont carry Vikings past Two Eagle
Love was all the Charlo Vikings needed Friday night in their 58-37 win over Two Eagle River.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lady Vikings score two easy wins to stay perfect
The Charlo Lady Vikings remained undefeated Friday night on their home court as the hosts beat Two Eagle River, 80-10.
LAKE COUNTY LEADER | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Standoff suspect in trouble since age 12
A Hungry Horse man who was arrested after a lengthy standoff with Flathead County law officers Tuesday evening has a criminal past that dates back to when he broke out of the county jail in 2012 when he faced several felony charges at the age of 12.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Martin City man found dead in Kalispell
The body of a Martin City and Polson man was found near the railroad tracks in Kalispell Wednesday afternoon.
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AUTHORITIES: MAN DROWNS IN MCGREGOR LAKE
Officials on Tuesday were investigating the death of a man who apparently drowned in McGregor Lake, west of Marion.
THE WESTERN NEWS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tragedy on Flathead River as Dr. Allen drowns in boating accident
For the Hungry Horse News
HUNGRY HORSE NEWS | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Police investigate link in Agency, Missoula homicides
Detectives are investigating a possible connection between a double homicide in Missoula on Oct. 19 and a shooting death in Sanders County on Oct. 5.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Police investigate link in Agency, Missoula homicides
Detectives are investigating a possible connection between a double homicide in Missoula on Oct. 19 and a shooting death in Sanders County on Oct. 5.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cost to fight Glacier fire tops $5 million
The cost to fight the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park has climbed to about $5.6 million, according to fire officials.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cost to fight Glacier fire tops $5 million
The cost to fight the Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park has climbed to about $5.6 million, according to fire officials.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
1 killed in Hungry Horse structure fire
A woman died in a fire at a Hungry Horse residence Wednesday night.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
1 killed in Hungry Horse structure fire
A woman died in a fire at a Hungry Horse residence Wednesday night.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
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