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Peak deer season has arrived
For the thousands of local deer hunters who have not notched their deer license this year, your time has arrived.
COLUMN: 2015 was a thankful year to remember
I doubt many would disagree that on a global scale 2015 had more than its fair share of bad news.
TERRY COLUMN: Glacier's elite running out of room
The Glacier High School Wall of Fame has a growing problem.
Last-minute gift ideas for anglers
If you find yourself today in a last-minute gift emergency for an angler in your life, chances are a gift related to fishing would be very welcome.
COLUMN: Boehner with a beard: Paul Ryan's legacy of surrender
On Friday, Dec. 18, 2015, Congress held up a white flag and surrendered its constitutional authority to make laws and to regulate spending on behalf of the United States government.
COLUMN: Christmas letters still a time-honored tradition
Facebook and electronic greeting cards may have stolen a little of the anticipation of getting Christmas cards and letters in the mail this time of year, but I’ll admit I still look forward to hearing from friends …
TERRY COLUMN: Brock's time could be short
Brock Osweiler has played well in his NFL debut the last month.
COLUMN: Ice tradition returns to Smith Lake Dec. 26
Northwest Montana citizens love to fish and love friendly sports competition, so it’s a natural to combine both of these loves into fishing contests.
COLUMN: I was there for 'The Birth of the Mirth'
One of the most popular features in the Daily Inter Lake’s is the Law Enforcement Roundup, our version of the daily police blotter that informs readers about interactions between citizens and the local constabular…
COLUMN: Needy youths to get special stockings
Old St. Nick will be surprising about 80 high school students this year with Christmas stockings thanks to the generosity of local community members and merchants.
TERRY COLUMN: Using your head on concussions
A short opinion piece caused a big issue in the sports world this week.
Weekend fishing tournaments in jeopardy
The Perch Assault and Ice Duels tournaments scheduled Saturday and Sunday on Smith Lake are at risk of being rained out.
Trump and the truth: Why his version resonates with voters...
On Friday, the Republican establishment and the mainstream media got terrible news: Donald Trump had doubled his lead over his nearest rival from 10 points to 20 points.
COLUMN: 'Fear itself': A tale of two speeches
You can count on two things happening whenever America faces danger. First, Republicans will demand action to keep the republic and its citizens safe, and second, Democrats will accuse the Republicans of fear-monge…
COLUMN: Students Speak Out for Education
The words and actions of one teenager inspired St. Matthew’s students to “Speak Out for Education” earlier this month.
TERRY COLUMN: 'Cats fire Ash, lose safety net
If you’re going to fire the winningest coach in program history, you’d better have a replacement in mind.