The landscapes of the West, some of them at least, remain powerfully evocative. The Upper Missouri River Breaks is one of those landscapes, offering a procession of historical events that capture the imagination. Lewis and Clark slogged through the Breaks on their voyage of discovery, and the setting of the places described in their journals remains intact, barely altered by … [Read more...] about Montana Voices: Beauty, history, mystery in the Upper Missouri River Breaks
Governor leads Montanans in panning withdrawal from climate accord
By Martin KidstonJune 2, 2017
By Sherry Devlin/Missoula Current Montana Gov. Steve Bullock led a chorus of state and regional environmental groups in condemning President Trump’s decision Thursday to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord. In a written statement, Bullock called the move “short-sighted and dangerous” and out of step with what Montanans from all walks of life know to … [Read more...] about Governor leads Montanans in panning withdrawal from climate accord
Bullock signs bill placing tax credits into law
June 1, 2017
By Missoula Current A bill that gives tax breaks to businesses that offer on-the-job training was signed into law by Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Thursday, capping his efforts to incentivize growth and build employee skills. The ceremonial bill signing was held in Great Falls and is part of the governor's apprenticeship tax credit, written in House Bill 308. “This is … [Read more...] about Bullock signs bill placing tax credits into law
World dismayed as Trump pulls U.S. from global climate pact
By Martin KidstonJune 1, 2017
By Valerie Volcovici and Jeff Mason WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Thursday said he will withdraw the United States from the landmark 2015 global agreement to fight climate change, spurning pleas from U.S. allies and corporate leaders in an action that fulfilled a major campaign pledge. Supporters of the accord condemned Trump's move as an abdication of … [Read more...] about World dismayed as Trump pulls U.S. from global climate pact
City approves settlement agreement with owner of Mountain Water
By Martin KidstonJune 1, 2017
By Martin Kidston/Missoula Current In a special meeting Thursday, the Missoula City Council approved a settlement agreement with the owner of Mountain Water Co., along with a bond resolution to pay for the system's purchase, expected to take place later this month. Mayor John Engen used the occasion to praise the diligence of his staff and the majority of the city's … [Read more...] about City approves settlement agreement with owner of Mountain Water