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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…
Gov. Bullock's veto of sanctuary cities bill shows he's not promoting safety
In the ongoing controversy about a possible influx of Syrian refugees, a spokesman for Gov. Steve Bullock has been quoted saying that the governor’s “Number One priority is the safety of Montanans,” a highly implau…
Bob Lake's integrity and experience needed on Public Service Commission
Bob Lake is Montana’s last chance to have a practical, experienced voice on the Public Service Commission.
Against Gianforte for governor
I’m a lifelong Montanan, an angler, a wife and a mom, but one thing I’m certainly not is political. However, when I heard that gubernatorial candidate Greg Gianforte tried to stop families like ours from accessing …
What would a Clinton presidency bring?
As the election nears and there is a possibility that Mrs. Clinton might win the presidency, it’s worth looking at a very unique and positive result, namely the day-to-day collaboration of a sitting president with …
Vote Matt Cuffe, Dirk Sandefur for district, state judge seats
Much attention has been paid this election cycle to the presidential race but a couple of local races may have a more direct impact on the lives of Lincoln County and Montana residents. Those races include the Linc…
Vote Matt Cuffe for district judge
Vote Matt Cuffe for district judge
Vote Managhan for district judge
Vote Managhan for judge
Gov. Bullock has vetoed tax simplification twice!
Gov. Bullock is running ads stating he is for fair taxes.
District Judge gave no endorsement
In response to rumors I have heard that I have endorsed or encouraged one particular candidate for the office I now hold — that of district judge, Montana 19th Judicial District — I wish to state that when I decide…
Justice Court clerk supports Miller
My name is Robin Schiferl. I have been the administrative Justice Court clerk in Lincoln County for 15 years, and I’m a former candidate for the office of clerk of District Court.
Business owner supports Cuffe for district judge
On Nov. 8, we will be choosing a new judge for the District Court. The importance of a well-qualified individual who will preside over civil and criminal matters cannot be overstated.
Attorney supports Matt Cuffe for judge
I am writing this letter in support of Matthew J. Cuffe for judge of the Lincoln County District Court.
Bennett would give Libby two reps, Troy zero
In looking at the election on Nov. 8 for the two finalists for Commissioner in District 2, it is patently evident that gerrymandering is alive and well in Lincoln County.
What is right about I-177?
I’ve been an avid outdoorsman for more than 40 years; a hunter, fisherman, trapper and conservationist. I am proud of the work that like-minded folks have accomplished for wildlife and wildlife habitat. But I am sa…
Will humans 'tumble down that slippery path to extinction'?
Sandy Compton’s Oct. 4 letter to the editor expresses an all-too-common misunderstanding about our national forests and ecosystem-protection organizations like the Alliance for the Wild Rockies.