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Sheriff’s Call Report 11/4/2026
3:10 p.m. – October 29. Medical Assistance – Male experiencing generalized weakness after being down on the ground for an unknown amount of time; transported by ambulance to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. Responding Units: AMB15, LVA. Town: Libby. 3:39 p.m. – October 29. Disturbance / Mental Health...
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Covered Walkway Completed at Libby Elementary School
Libby Elementary School’s (LES) new covered walkway has been completed, providing students and the school community with a safer, more accessible and comfortable space. The LES Parent Council extended its appreciation to the LOR Foundation for its generous support, which played a pivotal role in bringing the project to life. Additional thanks were given to FEC (Round Up for Safety) for its continued commitment to school and community safety, as well as Byron O’Bleness Construction for providing the expertise and manpower to complete the project safely and efficiently.
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Meadowlark Log Homes’ Gives Back to Community
When the temperatures begin to drop, a warm home becomes more important than ever. For the second year in a row, the team at Meadowlark Log Homes has come together to help make that possible for local families through its annual Firewood Fest. This year’s event brought 36 loads of...
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Legals for November, 13 2026
MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT LINCOLN COUNTY BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY, on behalf of THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff/Judgment Creditor, vs. THE CENTER FOR ASBESTOS RELATED DISEASE, INC., Defendant/Judgment Debtor, CHARLES B. BLACK, M.D.; KAREN LEE MORRISSETTE, M.D.; TRACY MCNEW, L.P.N.; MICHELLE BOLTZ, A.R.P.N.; and MILES MILLER, P.A., Defendant-Intervenors. Civil Action No.: CV-25-67-M-DLC NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of Writ of Execution issued in the above-entitled action on September 1, 2026, I am commanded to sell at public auction all of Defendants’ rights and interest to the below described real property: 1. Libby Original Townsite, S03, T30 N, R31 W, Block 8, Lot 20-22, & S15’ LOT 19 INCL ABANDON ALLEY *4305*; AKA 215 MONTANA AVENUE, LIBBY, MONTANA (PARKING LOT). 2. Libby Original Townsite, S03, T30 N, R31 W, Block 8, Lot 17 & ABANDON ALLEY *4306; AKA 211 MONTANA AVE, LIBBY, MONTANA (PARKING LOT). 3. Libby Original Townsite, S03, T30 N, R31 W, Block 008, ACRES 0.391, LOTS 6-11 BLK 8 RTRC CS 3989; AKA 214 E. 3RD ST., LIBBY, MONTANA (BUILDING) Notice is hereby given that on December 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM, in the lobby of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office at 512 California Ave, Libby,
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Murder suspect dies in custody
A Kalispell man accused in the shooting deaths of two Eureka residents, one a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy, is dead. According to a press release on the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, Missoula County Detention Facility officers responded to Matthew D. Dye’s cell on Nov. 4 evening after observing he appeared to be experiencing a medical emergency. Detention medical staff responded, assessed Dye and requested he be transported to the hospital by ambulance. During EMS transport, Dye became unresponsive and life-saving measures were initiated. Dye was pronounced deceased at St. Patrick’s Hospital. Following standard operating procedures of an in-custody death, county Sheriff Jeremiah Petersen requested the City of Missoula Police Department conduct the investigation into Dye’s death. According to the Sheriff’s Office, all video and documentation have been provided to Missoula police and the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office is cooperating fully with the investigation. Lake County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Coroners are conducting coroner duties. “The care, safety and well-being of every individual entrusted to our custody is a responsibility we take very seriously, and we remain committed to these high standards,” said Sheriff Jeremiah Petersen. More information will be released in coordination with Lake County Sheriff’s Office and City
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Kootenai Pets for Life Raises Nearly $10,000
Kootenai Pets for Life’s 24th Annual Bow Wow Bash was a success, raising nearly $10,000 to support shelter operations and the organization’s annual spay and neuter clinic in partnership with Spay Montana. Organizers extended their gratitude to everyone who attended, donated items and participated in the auction. Special...
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Accused child killer appears in court; more horrific details revealed
A Rexford woman accused of killing her 3-year-old niece earlier this year made her initial appearance in Lincoln County Justice Court Tuesday afternoon in front of Judge Jay Sheffield. Tina Marie Mergenthaler, 57, is charged in Lincoln County with one felony count of deliberate homicide, one felony count of witness tampering and one felony count of evidence tampering. The defendant heard the charges against her and Sheffield explained her Constitutional rights to her. The judge ordered that Mergenthaler have no contact with witnesses, victims or anyone associated with the case. County attorney Marcia Boris sought bail of $5 million, arguing Mergenthaler was a flight risk due to her leaving the jurisdiction and not having contact with anyone for three months. Boris also cited what she termed the horrific nature of the offenses and the witness tampering accusation. Mergenthaler seemed a bit dumbstruck when Boris sought a $5 million bail. Sheffield, who ordered no bond when he signed the arrest warrant, didn’t make any changes. The defendant said she understood the proceedings. When Judge Sheffield asked Mergenthaler if she would hire an attorney or have one appointed to her by the state Office of the Public Defender (OPD), she said she