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![Missoula County to close another bridge over structural concerns](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/02/Maclay-Bridge.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula County to close another bridge over structural concerns
County officials announced the closure of the Maclay Bridge on Thursday, saying it would remain closed “for the foreseeable future.”
![FWP plan seeks to improve highway safety for antler-hunting opener](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/01/deer-wildlife-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
FWP plan seeks to improve highway safety for antler-hunting opener
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wants to reduce crowding on the opening day of antler hunting on the Blackfoot Clearwater Wildlife Management Area and is seeking public input.
![Council nixes ban on tourist homes, opts for code reform instead](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/05/Wilma3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Council nixes ban on tourist homes, opts for code reform instead
The city's push to reform its zoning codes will likely address the sponsor's ultimate goal of getting other businesses, such as corner markets and coffee shops, permitted in residential zones.
![Viewpoint: Majoritarian democracy or minority tyranny”?](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/10/attachment-constitution.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Majoritarian democracy or minority tyranny”?
James Nelson writes, "Often our political system, our fundamental rights, and our democracy are held hostage and are fettered by a minority-rules rule that has been not only institutionalized, but, in certain instances, was originated in the Constitution itself."
![Proposed resolution calling for end to Israel-Hamas conflict splits City Council](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-Israel-Hamas-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Proposed resolution calling for end to Israel-Hamas conflict splits City Council
Backed by Montanans for Palestine and the Montana Democratic Socialists of America, several council members voiced support for the resolution, saying Missoula should display its humanitarian side in calling for an end to what several described as “genocide.”
![Viewpoint: Grizzly delisting tragedy to farce](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/04/Grizzly.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Grizzly delisting tragedy to farce
Steve Kelly writes, "Human intolerance, malevolence and habitat destruction spanning two centuries has caused the extermination of grizzly bears over 99% of its historical range."
![Legislators ask MDT for wildlife crossing priority locations](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/05/pronghorn-ram-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Legislators ask MDT for wildlife crossing priority locations
Legislators are pushing the Montana Department of Transportation to identify where wildlife crossing structures are needed and explain why it isn’t prioritizing them.
![Viewpoint: Living with fire](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/07/attachment-Colt-fire.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Living with fire
Dave Atkins writes, "Whether we live in the forest, prairie or community we all live in an environment that evolved with both intentional fire and wildfires, both of which will never go away."
![County seeks funding for costly bridge repairs as spring nears](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/12/attachment-bridge-3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
County seeks funding for costly bridge repairs as spring nears
With several bridges out of service due to structural issues, Missoula County on Tuesday approved an agreement with a local engineering firm to draft a grant application in hopes of landing funding to complete repairs.
![Orchard Grove subdivision, annexation wins approval](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-housing1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Orchard Grove subdivision, annexation wins approval
Orchard Grove includes 24 residential lots in a combination of single-family and townhomes on roughly three acres. The project is located just west of Reserve Street near Larkin Wood Drive.