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Missoula Current
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![Viewpoint: Family struggles to find housing in Missoula](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/09/letters.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Family struggles to find housing in Missoula
Kristina King writes, "It is so heartbreaking to explain to your small children that we don't have a home because those designated to help us and people in our position don't believe our income even with endless amounts of proof that we do qualify."
![Multiyear El Niño and La Niña events likely to increase, researchers say](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/02/mountainline-snow-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Multiyear El Niño and La Niña events likely to increase, researchers say
Climate scientists are bracing for potentially lengthy El Niño and La Niña events, according to a new study revealing how the underlying mechanism for climate variability is responding to increased greenhouse gas emissions.
![Missoulians united in opposition to NorthWestern plan, 28% rate increase](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/03/Climate-March.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoulians united in opposition to NorthWestern plan, 28% rate increase
Invoking a recent Montana climate court case, many western Montana residents are calling for NorthWestern Energy to redo its energy management proposal for the next 20 years.
![City approves $250K contract to update parks, trails plan](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/11/Trails-conservation-scaled.jpg?w=980&q=75)
City approves $250K contract to update parks, trails plan
With an eye on population growth and new development, members of the Missoula City Council on Wednesday approved a $250,000 contract with a consultant to bring the parks, recreation, open space and trails master plan into the modern age.
![Data: Even as Missoula grows, water usage remains steady](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/12/attachment-Missoula-Views.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Data: Even as Missoula grows, water usage remains steady
While Missoula has experienced significant residential growth in recent years, resulting in a building boom in several parts of the city, water usage has remained relatively flat when compared to recent years.
![Viewpoint: Hess best suited to fight for state tax reform](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/12/housing-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Hess best suited to fight for state tax reform
Julie Parker writes, "He is the candidate that has experience working with the Montana legislature as they continue to push the state tax burden onto local property taxes that impact our homeowners and renters."
![Viewpoint: Helena Mayor Collins backs Nugent for Missoula](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/07/Refugees-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Helena Mayor Collins backs Nugent for Missoula
Wilmot Collins writes, "He stood up to protect the rights of tenants in mobile home communities and he stood up to ensure affordable housing options were available in every neighborhood."
![Viewpoint: Hess a leader on climate change](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/09/attachment-elections-voting.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Hess a leader on climate change
Dave Harmon writes, "None of his opponents compare with Jordan's experience and dedication to fighting climate change."
![Missoula subdivision uses state’s new expedited review for approval](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/02/growth.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula subdivision uses state’s new expedited review for approval
A subdivision planned on 16 acres off Mary Jane Boulevard was approved by the Missoula City Council on Monday night, and it marks the first time a development has moved through the state's new expedited review process.
![Council members weigh in on new budget, taxes, spending](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/08/attachment-Jones-City-Council.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Council members weigh in on new budget, taxes, spending
The Missoula City Council passed the FY24 budget on a 9-3 vote. They also shared their thoughts, concerns and frustrations over the current tax structure and level of services.