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A legacy of success at FVCC
This is a moment to honor the determination, resilience and accomplishments of our graduates.
Wildlife commission must follow science, listen to input
We are 40 retired state, federal and tribal Montana biologists with a combined 1,280 years of professional experience. We are extremely concerned about the Fish and Wildlife Commission’s conflicts of interest, lack…
Lawmakers back memorial bridge for Vietnam hero
An effort to honor a young man from Libby who heroically died on the battlefield in Vietnam prompted the creation of one of the first bills coming before the 69th legislative session in Helena.
Pressing challenges demand leadership
Two weeks ago, a friend relayed a life-changing lesson he learned in high school. Entering his third-period history class, he encountered a mess — books strewn…
I’m honored to serve; here’s my mission
Montana, earning the chance to serve you as your next U.S. Senator is truly the greatest honor of my life. To those who voted for me, thank you. To those who did not, I’m ready to serve you too. In the military, I …
Real problem, wrong solution
There are apparently differences in the expectations of those in the new Trump administration who oppose immigration. Some like Laura Loomer, influencer at-large, expected that all immigration would be curtailed an…
Letters to the editor Jan. 2
Letters to the editor Jan. 2
Accountability is in the eye of the beholder
As we enter the 2025 legislative session, prepare yourself for a plethora of education bills.
Letters to the editor Jan. 1
Letters to the editor Jan. 1
Letters to the editor Dec. 31
Letters to the editor Dec. 31
Dave Barry's 2024 Year in Review
How stupid was 2024? Let's start with the art world, which over the centuries has given humanity so many beautiful, timeless masterpieces. This year, the bigge…
Letters to the editor Dec. 26
Letters to the editor Dec. 26
Tax relief for working, retired Montanans
Putting Montanans first and prioritizing the well-being of working families and retirees should be the goal of Montana’s government.
God bless the USA
As the old Charlie Daniels song goes, God Bless the USA. Let me revise that song a little bit and say, God Bless the state of Montana.
More tourists or lower property taxes?
Here’s a rhetorical question for Montanans: Would you rather state government spend public money on things like billboards in Chicago to attract more tourists, or use that money to lower your property taxes?
Letters to the editor Dec. 24
Letters to the editor Dec. 24