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Battling substance abuse requires collaborative effort
Two and a half years ago, Attorney General Tim Fox and I stood on the steps of the state capitol with other lawmak…
Libby Chamber has no opinion on J. Neils bull statue
While the Chamber has been approached by both groups involved in the J. Neils bull proposals...
O’Brien will bring a wealth of experience as Superintendent of Schools
She brings a wealth of experience to the table, with a diverse background in public education ranging from K-12 to college to state-level policy making.
No zoning in Lower Yaak
Zoning is entirely inappropriate in the rural outdoors and lacks the structure or funding to guarantee protection of Montana's beautiful areas.
Fight for Montana
Sheehy thinks he can waltz into our state and change our way of life. Well, he’s wrong.
Bits n’ pieces from east, west and beyond
The immigration system, not updated in 30 years, has an exceptional backlog.
Politicians must be held accountable for their decisions
It is important that when our leaders are out of step with the people they serve, that we the people hold them accountable.
A call for action on the border crisis
But what are we as Montanans doing with the information that has already been well circulated regarding our state?
A good library is an asset to the community
Lincoln County will get more than $4 million this year whether the Forest Service cuts a stick or not.
Vote "yes" on city, council government study commissions
To protect our future in “this last best place,” we need to say “YES” to both resolutions.
Commissioner Letcher says leniency never discussed in Miller case
I find it shameful that one of my opponents would exploit Trooper Lewis' tragedy to advance their political gain.
House District 2 candidate's brother supports Millett
I could bring up his GOP opponent’s qualifications, but he has none.
Yaak resident doesn't support new library district
Maybe residents using the library should pay for the service instead of always expecting the property owners to pay for it!
Trooper's sister alleges impropriety against county commissioner
At no point did Letcher contact our family or visit my brother during his 12 days in the ICU fighting for his life. Letcher never asked my brother if he thought the charges were appropriate.
Gunderson backs Millet for new House District 2 seat
The new District 2 is gaining new voters from the Thompson Chain of Lakes and the Flathead County Marion areas.
Life-long Libby resident supports Jenkins for new House seat
Vote for Tom Jenkins for state representative District 2 on the Republican primary ballot.