Posts By: Tristan Scott

Working Town

House District 3 is one the two independently minded swing districts in the north valley electing Democrats or Republicans based on the candidate

By Mike Jopek

Why A Special Session is A Bad Idea

Legislators must now decide if a special session is the right format for making decisions on the largest surplus in our state’s history

By Frank Garner

The Spirits of Conservation

At Spotted Bear Spirits, the purveyors of craft-distilled alcohol build on a legacy of giving back to the last best place by supporting the public lands that inspire them

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Groundhog Day for the Jail

While future planning is critically important, we have the plan from the last consultant. It is sitting on a shelf collecting dust.

By Tammi Fisher

Huckleberry and Cheese Crepes

The first whispers of “hucks” started a couple of weeks ago, with small patches reported at lower elevations. As the season progresses, ripening moves faster and higher, until the last look could become a near-ridgeline search for the little flavor bombs.

By Julie Laing

Putting Montana’s Money to Work

The money to pay for these critical cost-cutting policies is sitting in a bank account in Helena. You’ve already put it there. Now, it’s about time you got some of it back. 

By Democratic Legislative Leadership

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