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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. …
Thanks for student ski program
All of the students and teachers grades three through six would like to send a HUGE THANK YOU to Sue Moll, Big Mountain Ski Club, and Whitefish Mountain Resort for once again making it possible for all of those stu…
Quist is the real deal
With the stream of “bashing” political ads starting to crowd the air, I would like to offer my wholehearted support of Rob Quist for Congress. I grew up with Rob in Cut Bank and can guarantee that, yes, there is so…
Mail-in ballot elections could save money
I urge you to call the House Judiciary Committee at 406-444-4800 before their hearing on Thursday, March 23 at 8 a.m. Ask them to support a fair special election process for Montana by voting yes for Senate Bill 30…
Second annual seed fair event successful
The second Annual Free the Seeds! Seed and Start Fair, held again at Flathead Valley Community College on March 4 and sponsored by college's Integrated Agriculture & Food Systems Program, was a rousing success. The…
Bill would protect right to access meetings
The 65th Legislative Assembly has finished the 56th legislative day of a 90 day session.
Montana lacks in funding for career education
On Thursday, March 14, the House spent the day reviewing House Bill 2, the budget for state government over the next two years.
Powder days don't justify rude behavior
The flakes fell heavy in the early dawn as I made my way up the mountain Saturday, Feb. 25. Often enough the forecasters don’t quite get it right, but as the oncoming snowplow came toward me pushing large amounts o…
Consistent school attendance critical to learning
As we quickly work our way deeper into the second semester of school, I want to discuss core values in our school district and the link between our community and the school system.
Prom fun, stressful
As February comes to a close, it becomes one of the most stressful times for a high schooler. Not because of in increase in homework, or because of the difficulties of balancing sports with school, or not even beca…
Drawn to tragedy in art
Ever since I was little, I have always been amazed by tragedy in art. Unlike many of my friends whose favorite movies or songs were filled with action, fun, an…
Bill update near the Legislature midpoint
The 65th Montana Legislative Assembly finished its seventh week. Transmittal date is set for March 1. That is when general bills are transmitted to the other chamber. It marks the midpoint of the legislative sessio…
Political practices, foxes and the budget
Last week, the Montana House passed a bill to decommission the Commissioner of Political Practices. The Office of Political Practices is an independent entity charged with the oversight of our campaign laws in all …
Heart health and how heart attacks affect women differently
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, one in four deaths are caused by heart disease. It’s important …
Update on bills of interest in Legislature
The 65th Montana Legislature finished its fifth week on Feb. 3. Some bills of interest to the Flathead Valley are Senate Bill 96, Senate Bill 129, and House Bill 191.
Stand up to intimidation
Although three million more people voted for Hillary Clinton than for Donald Trump, the fact remains that approximately 62 million people voted for a person they would not put on a local school board or invite into…