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Opinion

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Updated 1 year, 7 months ago

Former governor sounds off on property tax debacle

How did the largest percentage of Republicans elected in Montana history grow government at the fastest rate in st…

Updated 1 day, 23 hours ago
A few words about the bull at J. Neils Memorial Park

As you said: mining has not been good for our economy and his timber based economy has been destroyed.

Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
Lincoln County's CASA grateful for Flathead Electric's Roundup for Safety

Thanks to the Roundup for Safety grant awarded to CASA of Lincoln County, we have been able to fund fingerprint-based background checks for our volunteers ensuring all those who work with the children we serve are …

Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
Ode to Ye Ole' Clearcut

Popsicle sticks, matches, toothpicks, pencils - credit clearcuts.

Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
The courage to face political threats

Scotten could not make a deal with the devil by following orders he knew were wrong.

Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
Putting Montana families first with paid family leave

It’s good for families, good for businesses and good for Montana.

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
Libby Chamber supports Montanore Mine project

Our business members have an interest in the project’s jobs creation since the early adit dewatering rehabilitation process will generate 6 to 10 jobs and then generate 30 to 35 direct jobs.

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
New Billings veterinary college set to launch in 2026

Since that appointment, the College has charted an ambitious course to fulfill accreditation requirements and complete construction of a 60,000-square foot facility in time to welcome its first class of 40 students…

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
Protecting the Cabinet Mountains: Say No to Mining in Our Wilderness

The Cabinets are beloved by all who've recreated in it, and particularly the fortunate residents of Libby and Troy, upon whom extractive industries have historically bestowed considerably less fortune over the same…

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
Cruelty of federal firings hits home

Even more alarming, many of these positions augment firefighting crews.

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
Another step toward tyranny?

The blocked funding includes hundreds of millions for broadband improvements across Montana and millions in U.S. Department of Agriculture payments for our agriculture producers.

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

Trump’s government funding freeze is impacting farmers.

Updated 2 weeks, 1 day ago
What does Moses have to do with chemistry, anyway?

If you want to teach kids about the power of religion, maybe start with something more simple...

Updated 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Inmate seeks better educational opportunities at Warm Springs

By investing in such initiatives, we can help patients develop new skills, improve their mental health and increase their chances of successful reintegration into the community.

Updated 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond

The Lever said Musk’s move, reportedly approved by Trump’s new Treasury Secretary, gave him access to $6 trillion in annual federal transactions, and access to his business competitors’ info and Americans’ personal…

Updated 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Montana leaders are ignoring the real priorities facing the Treasure State

These representatives are not paying attention to the people they represent enough to even know our basic needs.