Missoula Current
Poll: Montanans blame governor, Legislature for spike in property taxes
A poll conducted by a Montana research firm found that more than half of Montana residents blame the governor and the state Legislature for the spike in property taxes over the last year.
Missoula County approves 5% healthcare increase as costs rise
As one of the region's largest employers, Missoula County is working to finalize its employee healthcare plan for the new year, and it's closely watching changes within the healthcare industry.
Viewpoint: Montana alliance stops roads, clearcuts on public lands
Mike Garrity writes, "What's puzzling is why we had to take the Forest Service to court over the exact same issues it has lost on previously and on which we commented for this project."
Viewpoint: ‘Woke’ fearmongers threatened by today’s America
David James writes, "Some Americans believe they have a birthright to determine the governmental policies by which we all should live. They feel threatened by political correctness, Muslims, immigrants, a black President or Vice-President, or any Democrat."
Trump Jr. rallies Republicans in Missoula; bashes Tester
The Republican party took a stance on various issues such as transgender women in sports, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester’s political track record, securing the border, and their opinion on how the current administration has handled past and present wars.
County skeptical of Lolo gravel pit proposal; seeks guarantees
Missoula County hopes to notch a number of conditions over the proposed expansion of a gravel pit in the Bitterroot Valley, including a bond for reclamation and a specific date for when the mine would sunset.
Viewpoint: Levies will keep schools running, secure
Trustees write, "We, members of the MCPS Board of Trustees, voted unanimously to place these levies on the ballot, because, after exploring other options, we concluded that these levies are necessary to keep our schools running effectively and securely."
Viewpoint: Retired justices back Jerry Lynch for Montana Supreme Court
Former Montana Supreme Court justices articulate their support for Jerry Lynch in his race for a Supreme Court seat.
Climate Connections: The path to a better water future
Karen Knudsen and Andrew Gorder write, "Regardless of political affiliation, zip code, line of work, or guiding values, we are intrinsically connected to one another by a common need for clean and abundant water."
Missoula legislators ask state to help with lumber mill closings
With less than three weeks to find a buyer for a Seeley lumber mill, some Missoula legislators are asking the state land board for some leadership in keeping the mill open.