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Water is the lifeblood of Montana ranching
Water is not just a resource in Montana — it is the lifeblood of ranching. It sustains our livestock, our land and…
Unfair practices hurting Montana ranchers
In Montana, cattle outnumber people by nearly three to one, so it’s no wonder that Montana beef plays such a large role in our rich legacy of agriculture and our economy.
Politically motivated Koocanusa standard has negative consequences
We have listened intently for over a year as State regulators imposed a new, very stringent site-specific water quality standard for selenium in Lake Koocanusa…
Public Law 280 funding obligation falls to state
Lake County has handled law enforcement responsibilities on the Flathead Reservation since the early 1960s, not long after Congress passed Public Law 280.
Letters to the editor Feb. 27
Letters to the editor Feb. 27
Travelers dare to see different
Working at an adventure magazine in Chicago I reported a story by phone about renting sailboats in Tahiti — Bingo! I formed a goal: travel the world.
Questions for liberals
I have a few questions for my liberal “friends” now that your team has had a year to run the country.
Letters to the editor Feb. 26
Letters to the editor Feb. 26
Republicans are failing Montanans
When Montana Republicans tell you they are fighting for your rights and freedoms, they’re speaking out of both sides of their mouths.
The clean energy myth
Some people are so gullible it’s frightening. I am amazed at all the people who think electric vehicles (EVs) run on ‘clean energy’.
Letters to the editor Feb. 24
Letters to the editor Feb. 24
Letters to the editor Feb. 22
Letters to the editor Feb. 22
Spring Creek development proposal is too dense
The Kalispell Planning Board just recommended approval of a massive housing development called Spring Creek Park, located between Two Mile Drive and Three Mile Drive next to West Spring Creek Road.
Senate candidate contrasts
In a letter to the editor expressing concern about our local school boards, health board and especially library board, I made no mention of any individual or political party.
Montana needs more housing
Montana has been discovered. We were the second-fastest-growing state in the country last year. Our rapidly increasing population presents many challenges and …
Zinke’s disregard for ethics obligations disappointing
Former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke was put on the defensive last week following the release of an inspector general report that concluded Zinke misused his Cabinet position to leverage his stake in a Whitefish co…