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Missoula Current
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![March did little to improve Montana snowpack](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/04/attachment-flowers.jpg?w=980&q=75)
March did little to improve Montana snowpack
After a March when most locations saw lower than average snowfall and warmer temperatures, the snowpack in Montana remains far below average.
![Missoula County joins call to override veto of marijuana revenue bill](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2020/10/transportation-traffic.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula County joins call to override veto of marijuana revenue bill
A sharply worded letter from the Montana Association of Counties, issued in late March, accuses Gianforte of being naive to the benefits of infrastructure investments.
![Viewpoint: Grizzlies do it naturally](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/05/Grizzly-Sow-with-3-cubs-June-06-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Grizzlies do it naturally
Mike Bader writes, "Identifying locations for installation of passage structures across major highways would facilitate movements not just for grizzlies but many other species including elk, moose and black bears."
![UM reports growing enrollment at Bitterroot College](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/04/attachment-BitterrootCollege.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UM reports growing enrollment at Bitterroot College
Bitterroot College UM saw enrollment jump by 39% this spring, placing the school's enrollment at 145 students, according to the University of Montana.
![Viewpoint: An endorsement for Pearson for SD 46](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/09/letters.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: An endorsement for Pearson for SD 46
Eric Melson writes, "He has played a crucial role in local campaign initiatives for things like the Missoula library, our parks and trails, and importantly, the passing of our Open Space Bond which has led to legacy protections like Marshall Mountain."
![Annual survey finds housing, infrastructure top Missoula needs](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/04/attachment-housing-downtown.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Annual survey finds housing, infrastructure top Missoula needs
Residents across Missoula County want a wider housing stock, greater affordability and more investment in public infrastructure, according to a survey completed last month.
![Nation’s ‘largest’ rail investment entices Montana passenger rail advocates](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/03/railroad-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Nation’s ‘largest’ rail investment entices Montana passenger rail advocates
The U.S. Department of Transportation on Friday made $2.4 billion available to help local railroads modernize both freight and passenger rail infrastructure, and the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority may consider several projects.
![Viewpoint: Electoral College protects votes, voters](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/11/elections-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Electoral College protects votes, voters
Robert Schlechter writes, "In its totality, “the rationale for creating a system of electors” is as relevant today as in the past. The Electoral College builds a legal wall around every state for tabulating votes. "
![Harmon’s Histories: Montana awash in April Fools!](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/03/attachment-Billings-Gazette-clipping-April-2-1907.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Harmon’s Histories: Montana awash in April Fools!
He apparently was too deep into his childhood fantasy to “notice a bunch of urchins peeking out of a doorway across the street.”
![Viewpoint: Taxes, taxes, taxes](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/09/dollars.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Taxes, taxes, taxes
Joan Daoust writes, "As we good citizens work to file our state and federal returns, we need to be mindful of recent federal tax policies that are grossly unjust."