SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER
Scott Shindledecker is the editor of The Western News. He covers public safety, city, county, sports and outdoors news. He is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in journalism. He has been the sports and outdoors editor for the Courier-Express newspaper in DuBois, Pa., and worked for Hagadone Montana newspapers in Northwest Montana. He can be reached at 406-293-4124 or sshindledecker@thewesternnews.com.
Recent Stories
Mistake, misinformation sow confusion among Lincoln County voters
Misinformation from county and state election departments continue to plague the absentee voting process in Lincoln County.
Ross Creek Cedars closed to motorized traffic in 2026
While the road is closed to motorized vehicles, it remains open for public access via hiking or biking.
U.S. Sen. Sheehy tours forestry project in south Lincoln County
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy was in south Lincoln County last week for a tour and to honor the Troy Power and Light crew for its work during the wind and flooding events in the last six months.
Libby Farmer's Market has a new home at Lofts property
The Libby Farmer’s Market has a new home in the heart of town as it prepares to host its opening day on Thursday.
Lincoln County gets Major Disaster Declaration for damage caused by winter storms
The wait is over for Montana communities to receive funds to fix infrastructure affected by December's extreme weather, which caused flooding and severe wind damage.
Libby woman involved in police shooting denied motion to dismiss
A Lincoln County judge has denied a request by a Libby woman shot by law enforcement officers in 2024 to have the case against her dismissed.
Health officials in Lincoln County ask residents to salvage wood instead of trashing it
The landfill is requesting that residents temporarily stop disposing of large tree materials, including logs, trunks and main stem wood products.
Former Libby High School building on the market for about $1.1 million
The property, also known as Libby Lofts, is solely owned by Zach and Tracy McNew, also known as ZT Development.
Troy woman accused of embezzling from ambulance service
O’Brien was placed on administrative leave Dec. 26, 2025, and terminated from her position on Jan. 4, 2026.
Lincoln County benefits from federal dollars
Resuming SRS funding also reduces pressure on the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program.