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Two sides to every story: vote yes for kids
In order to repair our track, it would cost upwards of 1 million dollars, regardless of whether this bond passes. …
CI-128 introduces new dangers
Proponents of CI-128 frame the initiative as the only way to protect abortion rights.
November is a test of our democratic system
As volunteer election judges, we understand that few institutions are as precious as democracy.
Green and Gold: Reflections of gratitude
I begin each school year with enthusiasm and appreciation for our schools and community.
Lack of state funding for schools a violation of Montana Constitution
Over the past few months, there have been different articles published in newspapers around the state about school finances, from teacher salaries and budget shortfalls to levies and bonds.
Hidden text in Cl 128
When debating legislation, legislators are always looking for unintended consequences.
Protect women’s choice in Montana
My name is Susan Cahill.
John Repke the only choice for state auditor
The Montana State Auditor is an elected official whose job is to regulate the insurance and securities industries as well as protect consumers from fraud.
Dave Fern leads with integrity
Since Senate District 2 boundaries have been redrawn for this election cycle, some of you may not yet know Dave Fern, Democratic Candidate for State Senate.
Keep the leaves, keep the seeds
This fall, let’s help our insect neighbors by doing less yard work. We need bugs: they pollinate our food, feed wildlife, and are just plain cool.
Back to school doesn’t mean back to vape
The start of a new school year always brings excitement and anticipation for students, staff and parents.
Stewards of Holland Lake Lodge have ‘home-grown’ approach
Two years ago, a Utah ski corporation and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) announced a plan to highly develop the rustic Holland Lake Lodge on public land in Condon in the rural Swan Valley.
Reject the politics of doom
I recently received an appeal from the Montana Republican State Central Committee, asking me to contribute to their cause.
Time to reject the Great Awfulizer
The recent Presidential debate revealed two very different visions for the future. Trump’s description of our country as being in decline, dying, failing and having gone to hell is in stark contrast to my own.
Worshipping profit
There is a new god being worshipped across the land.
Hospital Corner: Orthopedic Nurse Navigators provide guidance
Logan Health orthopedics is endowed with a small team of nurses who you will get to know very well if you need total joint replacement surgery. Their specialty is navigating patients through every step of the joint…