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![New UM partnership to expand Montana’s tech workforce](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/05/University-of-Montana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New UM partnership to expand Montana’s tech workforce
In a new partnership, the University of Montana is working to develop a novel education and training program to position Montana as a “global leader” in turning out skilled workers for the ServiceNow technology platform.
![Viewpoint: JFK was last true Democrat patriot](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/03/attachment-flag.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: JFK was last true Democrat patriot
William Barber writes, "And why are you as a Democratic willing to cater to all the Communist stuff in their manifesto to take over the government. They do not have the people's welfare in mind."
![Viewpoint: 2 minutes for this and future generations](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/09/Climate-9.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: 2 minutes for this and future generations
Jim Nelson writes, "We are at the edge of the abyss. If we don’t change, homo extinctor will have destroyed most living things, and, in the end, will have annihilated ourselves."
![Mountain Line concerned with U.S. House amendment targeting Zero Fare](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2016/03/Mountain-Line-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mountain Line concerned with U.S. House amendment targeting Zero Fare
An amendment added to a transportation bill in the House of Representatives could cut federal funding to transportation agencies that provide zero fare service, including Mountain Line in Missoula.
![Viewpoint: Hedalen launches campaign for Montana school superintendent](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/02/School-development.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Hedalen launches campaign for Montana school superintendent
Susie Hedalen writes, "Together, we can bring Montana education back to the tried-and-true basics, creating a robust and thriving educational system that prepares our students for a bright future."
![Viewpoint: Disagreement with aspects of Blackfoot-Clearwater act](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/09/attachment-Blackfoot.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Disagreement with aspects of Blackfoot-Clearwater act
Mike Garrity writes, "The timber industry already has access to all roaded lands. Don’t let Tester give them categorical exclusions to log roadless lands too."
![Court case on fate of Snake River dams postponed at least 45 more days](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/11/attachment-snake-river-dam.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
Court case on fate of Snake River dams postponed at least 45 more days
Parties to a lawsuit challenging the federal government over its plans to continue operating dams on the Snake River at the expense of salmon runs asked a federal court in Oregon for more time to negotiate with one another.
![County delays option, closing date for Marshall Mtn. property](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/10/attachment-marshall-mountain.jpg?w=980&q=75)
County delays option, closing date for Marshall Mtn. property
While the city and county of Missoula have approved tapping into the Open Space Bond to purchase 480 acres on Marshall Mountain, the actual acquisition is still pending, and it could take a little longer than planned.
![Montana State Auditor Troy Downing announces bid for 2nd Congressional District seat](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/03/Troy-Downing.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Montana State Auditor Troy Downing announces bid for 2nd Congressional District seat
Montana State Auditor Troy Downing announced Wednesday he was officially running for Montana’s 2nd Congressional District seat currently held by Rep. Matt Rosendale nearly three months after initially expressing interest in the race.
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Griz look to snap three-game skid against Sacramento State Hornets
The business end of the season officially arrives at Washington-Grizzly Stadium this week in a prove-it moment for Montana, with the two-time defending conference champion and No. 7 ranked Sacramento State coming to Missoula.