Letters to the Editor
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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. …
Doesn’t agree with changing name of lake
I find the plan to change the name of Lost Coon Lake to be ridiculous. Way back it was changed from Nigger Lake and the road was changed from Nigger Lane to Lost Coon Lane.
Fair carnival canceled amid virus concerns
This year’s Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo attendees can still expect the beloved event to unfold later this month, but this time without a carnival.
Dismayed by Council
It was disturbing to watch the June 15 Whitefish City Council meeting when councilors directed staff to review street or place names for racism/offensive language and to also look into banning offensive symbols. Wh…
Cartoon poor choice
Shame on the Whitefish Pilot for publishing the cartoon on July 29. This community, this country and the world are dealing with very serious issues.
How many deaths do we have to suffer?
It took the United States 95 days, on April 28, to record a million cases of COVID-19. Forty-three days later, on June 10, we reached 2 million cases; 28 days later, on July 8, we reached 3 million cases. On July 2…
Montanans should vote to preserve public lands
A recent survey by the University of Montana revealed information about how Montanans feel about our public lands and how we use them. The phone survey of 500 registered voters was done by Republican Lori Weigel, a…
Impressed with Whitefish Lake Golf Club
Editor’s note: The following letter was received and submitted by Terry Nelson.
A silver lining for downtown Whitefish
How about we change things up a bit and create a uniques business friendly atmosphere in downtown Whitefish.
Cowboy up, mask up, keep Montana open
Wearing a mask and keeping six feet apart from others is the best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to ensure Montana businesses remain open during this challenging time. We all have a role to play during this…
Believes in free speech, not vandalism
I am a local resident of Whitefish, and I am a firm believer in everyone’s right to free speech. If you want to make your opinion known, write a book, a blog. Wear a T-shirt. Write a news article, hold a sign. What…
Honoring our obligations to one another
I’m going to ask you to do some things for me, and I’ll do the same for you in return.
Brown: My very own declaration of independence
Ever hear of Rudy Stanko, well-known in Montana 20-plus years ago? Rudy “Stinko” you say? Well, maybe. Here’s the story. Rudy liked to speed, and it was easy for him to do so because from 1955-1974 and again from 1…
Masks keep business open
Everyone needs to take responsibility and establish a mandatory mask mandate for Whitefish. The health of our staff, family and our community is of the highest priority.
Destruction of private property no way to improve society
I am saddened to report that the Jesus statue placed on Big Mountain by the Knights of Columbus has been vandalized. As many of you know, the statue was dedicated in 1954 to the memory of those who served in World …
Claim over masks is false
In response to Catherine Owens’ opinion in the July 15 edition, she stated that “we, who watch the science and know that asymptomatic and healthy people do not spread the virus.”