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Missoula Current
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![Stone-Manning in Missoula: BLM busy, needs more people](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/08/attachment-Stone-Manning.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Stone-Manning in Missoula: BLM busy, needs more people
Three things are pushing the U.S. Bureau of Land Management director to get a lot done by the end of this year: the effects of climate change, the needs of future generations, and the end of President Joe Biden’s first term
![America’s Best Restaurants to visit Missoula bakery for episode](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/04/attachment-RoostersCafe.jpg?w=980&q=75)
America’s Best Restaurants to visit Missoula bakery for episode
A popular Missoula restaurant will soon get a visit from a national media and marketing group and its roadshow before airing on a social media channel later this year.
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Viewpoint: Fair taxes now
John Ellingson writes "Those earning less than $81,000 got enough to buy a few pizzas. The Republicans then had the gall to raise residential property taxes by a record amount while lowering taxes for our biggest corporations."
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Feds approve CSKT request to leave more water in Flathead Lake
At the request of a Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes company, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has agreed to keep more water in Flathead Lake this year.
![Viewpoint: Governor wrong on bill veto then and now](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/03/prairie-reserve.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Governor wrong on bill veto then and now
Todd Devlin writes, "This governor knew it was against the state constitution not to allow a veto override vote by the legislature. He also knew that he would probably lose in court, but he needed time."
![Missoula Parking Commission proposes increase to rates, fines](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/07/Parking.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula Parking Commission proposes increase to rates, fines
The Missoula Parking Commission this month will consider the recommendations of a recent study that would change the way parking is managed downtown and increase fees for both permit and hourly parking.
![Tax expert: Montana’s tax system ‘in serious trouble,’ hurts homeowners](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/07/housing-growth.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tax expert: Montana’s tax system ‘in serious trouble,’ hurts homeowners
In the last year, residential property taxes jumped nearly $270 million in Montana while commercial property taxes rose $37 million. In comparison, corporate and mining taxes fell by $72 million.
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Former Griz shine on Pro Day
Eight former Montana Grizzlies returned to Washington-Grizzly Stadium for one last competition on Tuesday – a competition against themselves and the clock.
![Viewpoint: Vote is vital to set Missoula school board straight](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/02/School-development.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Vote is vital to set Missoula school board straight
Hudon Pullen writes, "If we are to ignore this important election and allow for a board which does not work on behalf of the voters and our youth, we are doing a great disservice to our community."
![Home and garden store set to open at Southgate Mall](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/05/Southgate-Mall.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Home and garden store set to open at Southgate Mall
After months of renovations, Zootown Hardware & Garden plans to open its doors at Southgate Mall in mid-April, offering another home and garden option in the Midtown district.