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Letters to the Editor

Voices from the community—reader-submitted letters sharing opinions, concerns, and perspectives on local and statewide issues.

Updated 3 days, 7 hours ago

OPINION: We aren’t mad enough about PFAS in Montana’s rivers

For many Montanans, rivers and lakes are more than scenic landscapes.

Updated 12 years ago
Vote for Blasdel based on record

As residents of Senate District 4, we would like to encourage our fellow Republicans to vote for Mark Blasdel for the Montana Senate.  

Updated 12 years ago
Former manager: I didn't act alone on accomplishments

Please accept this brief response to a letter to the editor to clear up a misperception that I should be credited individually with accomplishments made in Kalispell.

Updated 12 years ago
Skees for HD5 - a woman of action

Ronalee Skees’ lifestyle is one of dedication to serving others as she adheres to a strong moral compass. She doesn’t just talk pro-life talk; she lives it. She has been a volunteer in crisis pregnancy ministry for…

Updated 12 years ago
One voter's guide to the candidates

I would love to give my honest and well researched “picks” for those who are undecided and for those who just vote for a “D” or an “R” because of a party line choice. When you cast your vote, you are an active part…

Updated 12 years ago
Ex-legislator endorses Blasdel

I served in the Montana House for three terms with Mark Blasdel. During that period of time, I came to know him as a very committed, loyal and dedicated person to the people and state of Montana.

Updated 12 years ago
Pierson has skills needed for the job

I have worked for many years with Debbie Pierson and have consistently found her to be professional, enviably organized and efficient. She is affable and a pleasure to work with, but also expects the highest level …

Updated 12 years ago
Claims about Fisher inflated?

I am writing this in response to Kelly Gallipeau’s letter, “Vote for Fisher in SD4.” The accomplishments ascribed to Tammi Fisher by Ms. Gallipeau should more properly be accredited to Jane Howington, the former ci…

Updated 12 years ago
Garner has history of tireless service

I have known Frank Garner for over 30 years and I wholeheartedly support his candidacy for Montana representative for House District 7.

Updated 12 years ago
Daines supports healthy forest management

In many forested counties across Montana, we fear wildfires that will bring total devastation to our communities, watersheds and wildlife. That is why I appreciate Steve Daines’ efforts during his first term in Con…

Updated 12 years ago
Vote Horning for Lake County commissioner

A county commissioner’s seat is one of the most important positions of local government and should be representative of county residents on everything from fair taxation; open, responsive, and responsible governmen…

Updated 12 years ago
Hebert is right for House District 11

Mike Hebert, candidate for House representative, District 11, has been our insurance man and personal friend almost since the day we moved to Kalispell in 2012. He and his family have treated us like family, even i…

Updated 12 years ago
Questions for candidate Zinke

Regarding Mr. Zinke’s politics, he claims to be a conservative candidate on the Republican ticket, but the easiest way for a fox to get into the hen house is to disguise himself as a chicken. I wonder if the true c…

Updated 12 years ago
Blasdel for Senate

Mark Blasdel is very special to us. We have watched Mark grow up. Anita was his first grade teacher. It has been wonderful to see Mark mature into a caring, congenial, sincere, and hard-working gentleman.

Updated 12 years ago
Vote for Mitchell

Please join me in supporting conservative Republican candidate Phil Mitchell for county commissioner.   

Updated 12 years ago
Don't believe anti-Zinke smears

The other day I was watching a program that my friends and I find rather amusing. The topic of this particular episode was “going negative.” In the context of the show, it meant attempting to win a date with someon…