Living in rural Montana is a choice; the quality of life is great

Suddenly Gladys’ rhubarb will be tall and tart, strong like the local economy

It’s hard to plan for change, our vision clouded by the fog of opportunity

The chaos and unexpected extremes have become a familiar normal for most anyone who spends days outside in the forests or the fields

I’ve watched four different Montana governors and more Legislatures try to understand foster kids

Wherever you live in the valley, it’s local people who make stuff happen

School board members provide a vital public service in the valley

It’s nearly time to decide which candidates will run for councils to represent townspeople in Columbia Falls, Kalispell and Whitefish

I still believe that the job of a politician is to work for all of us lucky enough to live in the district

This is a new year; let it be a gentle one

When individuals work together they’ll often produce a product more likely to withstand the harshness of time

It’s good to see manufacturing making a small comeback

Please do your part to make the holidays full for everyone

I’m grateful for all that you do to keep our community alive

This is a big election; don’t miss it