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Outgoing economic development director praises Polson amenities
I wanted to take a moment to highlight the incredible community we’ve experienced in Polson … Anyone can see the b…
Who's looking out for the children?
Questionable spending, suspension of fiscal responsibilities – who's looking out for the children?
Community keeps rural clubhouse going
Thank you to everyone who attended our 100-year celebration for the Valley View Women's Club. Your attendance and generosity were greatly appreciated.
Passieri's record includes extremism, intimidation
In the race for Montana House District 91, big money is funding billboards in which a smiling David Passieri tells us, “Because I care.” Let's ask: exactly what does Mr. Passieri care about?
Dems offer "Platform for the People"
Montana is changing. Freedoms we have taken for granted are being threatened by intolerant political agendas spawned at the national level.
Vote for a hopeful future
What I love about where we live is our community of people. We are friends and neighbors, sometimes with varying views, but always there for each other in times of need.
Azzopardi is best choice for HD 13
I have known Shirley Azzopardi for over 25 years as a coworker, a hiking companion, and a friend. Shirley is the best choice for HD 13.
Election initiatives would help dial down extreme partisanship
In November, Montanans will vote on two constitutional initiatives that will improve how elections are conducted.
Public education needs new leadership
This letter supports Dr. Shannon O’Brien for Montana State Superintendent of Schools. The Office of Public Instruction needs leadership that brings change that supports students and teachers in Montana’s schools.
Tester: Salt of the earth
“Hello, Jon!” my outgoing husband cheerily called out to Senator Tester in the concourse of the Salt Lake City Airport. The senator, obviously headed to the men's room, turned around, grinning, and stuck out his ri…
Sleep well, princes of fame and fate
Wyman McDonald remembers Ed Loder and Joe McDonald.
Sheehy sidesteps responsibility for his words
Montanans deserve a Senator that respects all of us, not one that uses damaging punchlines that divide us.
Kids, cats and humility
I am looking at a copy of a Sunday cartoon that appeared in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch of January 14, 1900.
Break free from controlling influence of political parties
The danger of powerful political parties being obsessed with dominating and destroying democracy was also echoed by our greatest founder George Washington when in his farewell address he cautioned that “In contempl…
Why an independent supports Sen. Tester
I spent over 37 years as a federal civil servant, which spanned seven different administrations and 18 different legislative sessions.