Letters to the Editor
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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 hones…
Supports David Coffman as Polson write-in candidate
I commend David Coffman for his willingness to be a write-in candidate for Precinct #2.
Choose Lisa Rehard for city commission
Lisa Rehard is a write-in candidate for the Ward 2 Polson City Commission. Ballots will be mailed to voters around October 18, 2023. The city commission is a nonpartisan board.
The Bread Basket needs holiday help
Everyone in the community is dealing with the higher cost of gas, groceries, rent, services, etc. and community members who struggle with food insecurity are often hit the hardest by these increased costs.
Fighting for freedom or appeasing Putin: The choice is clear
“Freedom isn’t free.” It surely was not for those who fought and died for America’s freedom in the beginning.
Tip your hat to the tow-truck drivers
As a past paramedic I’m working to bring attention to another First Responder that is rarely recognized or thanked.
Food Bank welcomes donations
The Town Pump Food Bank Challenge started Sept. 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Each year they challenge the Montana Food Banks to fundraise, and if we meet our goal,they will match the donation. Our goal this year is …
Affordable housing – or not?
I write as a concerned taxpayer in Lake County. I’ve learned the Ronan City Planning Board is reviewing a proposed major subdivision (as defined by Montana law). The proposal is to create a 221 lot subdivision, wit…
Republic Services disappointed by county accusation
Republic Services has proudly served Lake County for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on being good neighbors in the communities we serve, and we appreciate our long partnership with Lake County and its commission…
Mel’s Piles of Tires
In the 1970s you didn’t use to see many new pickups in Trout Creek, and when you did you knew who it belonged to. Now you don’t see many old pickups and when y…
Museum thanks Leader, Anderson Broadcasting
Polson Flathead Lake Museum sends kudos to Kristi Niemeyer of the Lake County Leader and to Jeff Smith of Anderson Broadcasting for their help in promoting our recent “An Evening of Ukraine,” which was held Aug. 9 …
Lake County denies influencing Republic rate hike
The Lake County Commission, led by Chairman Gale Decker, underscores the paramount importance of responsible solid waste management as a central concern for taxpayers. While the topic might not immediately captivat…
Rebate is a scam
OK, armed and ready, I sat down with a computer, a postcard and letter from Governor Gianforte and two letters from his Revenue Department on how to get a property tax rebate.
Patent abuse by Big Pharma makes healthcare more expensive
Pharmaceutical patents are a key instrument that promote innovation in America. However, an alarming trend has emerged: companies are increasingly manipulating the patent system to create and extend monopolies on t…
Thanks to all responders
On the afternoon of July 30, 2023, the Communication Butte Fire took off due to the weather conditions with a red flag warning in place.
The property tax fiasco
State representative Greg Hertz (R-Polson) recently sent a letter to western Montana media outlets criticizing Democrats for the recent spike in property tax appraisals. Hertz references “Democrats” a dozen times w…