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Jury: BNSF contributed to two deaths in Libby where asbestos sickened thousands
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — A federal jury on Monday said BNSF Railway contributed to the deaths of two people who were exposed to asbestos decades ago when tainted mining material was shipped through a Montana town where thousands have been sickened.The jury awarded $4 million each in compensatory damages to the estates of the two plaintiffs who died in 2020. Jurors said asbestos-contaminated vermiculite that spilled in the rail yard in the town of Libby, Montana was a substantial factor in the plaintiffs’ illnesses and deaths.Family members of the two victims hugged their attorneys after the verdict was announced. An...
Libby's Martin honored by Montana State Air Force ROTC
The Air Force ROTC at Montana State University bestowed 20 awards upon selected cadets on April 17. The name of the award, the recipient, major, anticipated graduation date and hometown follow: Military Order of the World War Award - Cadet Lucky Martin, History, May 2026, Libby. - Cadet Norah Martin, Criminology, May 2027, Lake Tapps, Washington. - Cadet Isabella Rogers, Criminology, May 2025, Kirkland, Washington. Dwight Smith Sword Award - Cadet Dustin Edgerton, Computer Science, May 2024, Wasilla, Alaska. Richard J. Kramer Award - Cadet Dawson Grier, Business Finance, May 2025, Garden Grove, California. Gunner Award - Cadet Jack Peterson, Political Science, May 2026, San Diego, California. Tony Anderson Award - Cadet...
Betty S. Longo
Betty S. Longo, 88, of Libby, Montana passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the Libby Care Center of natural causes. She was born April 20, 1935 in Tucumeari, New Mexico to Lloyd E. and Floy (Morris) Beck. There will be no public services. Arrangements were under the care of Schnackenberg Funeral Home of Libby.
Truth in sentencing
To the Editor:About a year ago, I was cast into the dark underside of the law when I was issued a $50 citation for my dog trespassing on a private property.I recently read of a criminal sentencing, though more serious in nature (involving gun play, recklessness and other infractions) where the offender’s charges were amended and even dismissed for having a “college degree in forestry.”Not one to question the wisdom of Lincoln County jurisprudence; with a degree in forestry myself (UM 1976), I was puzzled as to what the hell this had to do with anything?With that in mind, I then wondered if I too could be shown some leniency and be reconsidered as a respectable citizen and get my fifty bucks back?Tom Horelick, Libby
Libby softball endures three-game losing streak
The Libby Loggers softball team is enduring a three-game losing streak as it battles through the injury of starting pitcher Paislee MacDonald.MacDonald was struck by a batted ball against Columbia Falls on April 18. She stayed in the game for a bit before coming out in the second inning of a 16-1 loss in four innings to the Wildkats.Coach Kellen MacDonald said Paislee is doing OK, but the ball that struck her caused some pretty severe bruising and limited her mobility. “She’s pretty tough so it’s hard to get a read on how much it’s hurting her but we are hoping...
Lincoln Co. participating in annual drug take back day
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana joins the Drug Enforcement Administration in support of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27. The biannual event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at sites across Montana. The event is an effort to rid homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs.Locally, prescription drugs may be dropped off at the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office lobby on California Avenue in Libby, the north Law Enforcement Center lobby in Eureka and at the old Troy dispatch lobby in Troy. Sheriff Darren Short said the sites...
Legals for April, 26 2024
PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO PROTEST ISSUANCE OF ONE NEW Montana Retail On-Premises Consumption Restaurant Beer and Wine with Catering Endorsement License IRON CREEK CAFE AND CANTINA LLC (Kelly Lister and Terry Lister, Owner(s)) has applied for one new Montana Retail On-Premises Consumption Restaurant Beer and Wine with Catering Endorsement License No. 56-935-4340-402 to be operated at IRON CREEK CAFE AND CANTINA, 1410 E Missoula Ave, Troy, Lincoln County. The public may protest this license transfer in accordance with the law. Who can protest this transfer? Protests will be accepted from residents of the county of the proposed location Lincoln...
Cabinet Peaks' Paint it Pink Program receives $10,000 grant from Glacier Bank
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center's “Paint it Pink” program is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a generous $10,000 grant from Glacier Bank, in collaboration with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines). This grant is part of the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund, which has disbursed a total of $190,000 to 17 deserving area nonprofits.Paula Collins, Coordinator of the PIP program, conveyed her sincere appreciation, saying, "We are profoundly thankful to Glacier Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines for their generous support. This grant will empower us to advance our...
Beagle, Andersen win titles at Libby Tennis Invitational
The 2024 Libby Tennis Invitational is in the books and the hosts celebrated winning Boys Singles 1s and Boys Singles 2s.The invitational, which featured teams from all over western Montana, saw sunny days with no rain at the Community Courts and Libby Racquet Club. 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. A total of 164 matches were played, according to Libby head coach Kyle Hannah."The community support we receive is tremendous," Hannah said. "Many parents who came to watch their kids told me...
Edward (Ed) L. Moe
Edward (Ed) L. Moe, of Libby, passed away on April 14, 2024, at the age of 89, of a coronary event. He was the first child of four born to Ole and Matilda Moe in Kabo, Montana on Sept. 22, 1934.Ed was raised in the Paradise Valley outside Chinook, Montana. He attended Zurich and Chinook schools, graduating in 1953. Ed entered the U.S. Navy in 1954, traveling the world and becoming an Electricians Mate Class A. He returned to civilian life in 1958. He then attended electrician school in Chicago and upon completion he worked in Pickstown, South Dakota at Fort Randal...
Eureka man accused of burglary, theft spree pleads not guilty
A Eureka man accused in a month-long burglary and theft spree in north Lincoln County pleaded not guilty to several felony offenses Monday, April 15.Timothy John Lee, 40, is accused of absconding from supervision prior to his alleged involvement in several incidents in the Glen Lake, Pinkham Creek and Eureka areas.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, one felony count of theft and one felony count of evidence tampering.He is also accused of eight misdemeanor counts, including theft, unauthorized use of a...
County to host candlelight vigil April 25 for crime victims
As part of National Crime Victim’s Rights Week, the Lincoln County Victim/Witness Program will be holding a candlelight vigil on Thursday, April 25, in front of the Lincoln County Courthouse.The vigil will be held at 7 p.m. This event will be in support of all victims/survivors of crime and the many volunteers who support and champion for them, according to Lincoln County Victim Witness Coordinator Kathleen Sheffield.Candles and glow sticks will be provided, but participants may bring a flashlight if they wish. Snacks will be provided by the LOR Foundation. There will be a small supply of free T-shirts.The Lincoln...
Lincoln Co. CASA will honor its volunteers
Celebrating National Volunteer Week (April 21-27) provides an opportunity for CASA of Lincoln County to honor and thank its volunteers who work hard to ensure the county's children and youth have their voices heard.CASA of Lincoln County supports highly trained CASA volunteers in their service to children, youth and their families in Lincoln County. CASA volunteers advocate for the best interests of children before the court due to allegations of abuse or neglect.A CASA volunteer is appointed by Judge Matthew J. Cuffe and provides the court with the comprehensive and objective information the court needs to make the most well-informed...
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