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. …
Legislator condemns white supremacist actions
As an elected official an emissary of Whitefish within the state, I unequivocally condemn the thoughts and actions of white supremacists in Charlottesville. Specifically and germane to this house district, I condem…
Mayor says city honors public participation
In a letter published in the Whitefish Pilot on Aug. 9, 2017, Duncan Scott accused the Whitefish City Council of violating the public’s constitutional rights. While I seldom weigh in on letters to the editor, the s…
Fighting for Montana during wildfire season
During wildfire season, brave men and women put their lives at risk to protect our communities. Please join me in keeping these courageous firefighters in your thoughts and prayers.
Vote for Tornow
Nov. 7, Election Day, seems a long way off and indeed it is. But as a gal in her late 70s I wanted to write this endorsement before I forget.
Public lands
There is nothing better than soaking up the Montana summer on our public lands. New generations of Montanans and old can enjoy our pristine waters, mountains and wildlife. One popular spot in our state, the Upper M…
Whitefish has disregard for public's right to know
In June, Whitefish complained to Flathead County commissioners that county planning board members made “strident comments” about the city’s treatment of doughnut property owners. The comments followed a hearing on …
Don't forget to follow summer sun health
While the summer may be winding down, that doesn’t mean it’s OK to loosen up on protecting yourself and your family from harmful sun exposure. We face a dilemma in northwest Montana — do we spend more time in the s…
Nordic Club thanks Winter Sports for new trail easement
On behalf of Glacier Nordic Club and its membership, a huge thank you to Winter Sports Inc. for their generosity in granting a new recreational easement on Big Mountain for a trailhead and connector trail. This eas…
Protecting private property rights and public access possible
Two core values that Montanans share make our state great: a deep respect for private property rights as well as a dedication to public land. Defending both of these values is essential to our way of life.
Remembering Liu Xiaobo
On July 13, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo, a political prisoner in China and a champion of democracy, died of liver cancer in a Chinese hospital. The world mourned, but in China his death was barely noted. …
ATP talent staggering
Remember Al Pacino’s tango scene in “The Scent of a Woman?” Well, Alpine Theatre Company’s “The Pursuit of Happiness” tango blows Al completely out of the water. This year’s level of talent is staggering.
Fern outlines work on interim committee
Following the completion of the 2017 legislative session, I was assigned to sit on the Local Government Interim Committee.
Foundation thanks WHS students
The Nate Chute Foundation would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Whitefish High School class of 2017 for their generous donation to youth suicide prevention and awareness efforts.
Woody Weekend another success
Thank You, Whitefish, for helping to make Whitefish Woody Weekend VI a huge success. It was a great show with 39 beautiful classic boats from all over the Pacific Northwest. On behalf of the all of the boat captain…
Judge candidate plans to continue affordable housing work
I am running for Whitefish Municipal Judge. I have had the pleasure of talking to many of you at the Dog Park and Farmers Market. Some folks have asked me whether my election will interfere with my work promoting a…