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Dealing with a personality disorder
Sometimes we run into people who have mental health problems that are difficult for family members or society to d…
Bread Basket gives thanks
As Thanksgiving approaches, the members of the Bread Basket Board reflect on the many, many individuals and organizations that support our efforts to assist food insecure families in the communities of Ronan, Pablo…
How come First was fixed first?
To the City Of Polson: the road in front of the courthouse and the post office is beautiful. But my concern is why are the worst roads not complete – this one wasn’t bad.
Unborn babies deserve protection too
Here are a few facts about abortion:
Public land exchanges under MWRPA: Consider the facts
A recent letter to the editor published in a local paper contained the following advice for people preparing to vote in the election, “Get your facts and then vote from your heart.” Sadly, this has become the new n…
Crucial to focus on common ground
In these challenging times, I find myself struggling with deep feelings of confusion and conflict. I recently cast my vote for a candidate who embodies the values of love, inclusivity and kindness that I hold dear.…
The Mansfield Way: Unwavering belief in the American people
“Before all else, the people have a right to an electoral system free of shenanigans and capable of yielding honest, responsible, and responsive government ope…
The election’s over – let’s go for a ride
I bought my first Deuce and a Quarter in 1990 from Gail Lewis who was the clean-up man at the LP mill in Trout Creek. “Deuce and a Quarter” was the nickname fo…
Are we looking at the big picture?
I’ve been wondering lately if the towns of Ronan and Polson have a plan for the future. As I see the construction of the Dollar Tree(s), I am struck by a couple of thoughts. I can see that the town might want to ad…
Let’s not usher in another Gilded Age
The 2024 Senate map had Republicans giddy over nine races where the GOP might pick up seats and take control of the Senate in 2025. In four of those races where incumbent Democrats were most vulnerable – Montana, O…
Donna Lorraine (Bras) Cason, 94
Donna Lorraine (Bras) Cason, age 94, passed away Oct. 16, 2024, at St. Joseph Assisted Living in Polson.
Veteran warns against another Trump term
Racism has always been a big part of our society. The Puritans considered witches, Indians and Catholic priests "vermin."
Judges support Bidegaray
Judges are in a good position to know which candidates can meet the high standards for a Justice of the Supreme Court.
Profusion of parvo cases is preventable
Communities across the Flathead Reservation are currently facing an explosion in parvo cases. Meanwhile, organizations like the Arlee Rehabilitation Center (AR…
Tester’s October surprises
The long-awaited October lies by Tester have arrived on schedule.