Missoula Current

Spring enrollment has risen by 3% and that, for the fifth straight year, UM is reporting more students than the previous year.

Doug James writes "Democracy works best when people vote. It fails when fear, political opportunism, and imaginary enemies keep us from the ballot box."

An index conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business revealed a slight decline in optimism in January, though it remains above its 52-year average, the organization said.

Andrea Olsen writes, "To protect our rights, liberties and freedoms, government power must be constrained and the rule of law upheld. To do otherwise, betrays the promise of America."

As new housing makes its way the Wye – and with thousands of new units expected over the coming decade – Missoula County is testing the water for a possible EPA grant to address the area's lack of infrastructure.

Reggie Spaulding writes, "Two thirds of Montanans understand that climate change is real and human caused, so it seems that our representatives should start taking it seriously."

Jim Harmon writes, "Hello, history fans! I’ve taken some time off recently to recover from a major surgery. I won’t bore you with any details."

Sen. Ellie Boldman and Rep. Josh Seckinger write, "This bill does one simple thing. It clarifies in Montana law that corner crossing — when no private land is touched and no property is damaged — is lawful."

The state of Montana has blessed a proposal by the city of Missoula to eliminate some large septic systems on the south side of town.

Gregory Morse writes, "It's not perfect, but it is the most thoughtful and community-focused proposal this site has seen in decades—and a meaningful step forward for Bonner’s future."