Missoula Current
Missoula mayoral candidates talk taxes at city forum
The two candidates vying for the title as Missoula's next mayor touched on their priorities Tuesday in a forum that covered housing, taxes, the local economy, and government needs versus wants.
Cactus Cuts brings old-time bluegrass to the Top Hat
William Munoz writes, "They formed in 2022 and in a short time have shown they are a cohesive unit creating a sound that is both contemplating with lush ballads and just foot-stomping dance."
Viewpoint: Daines blocking stewardship against Montanans’ will
Jerry Oconnell writes, "A UM poll in 2022 found that 83% of Montana voters support the BCSA. Unfortunately, Senator Daines does not yet support the BCSA."
Viewpoint: BLM must manage public land for more than oil, gas
Mandela Van Eaden writes, "It’s time that the BLM manage our lands for all Montana-made natural resources and activities – including wildlife, hunting, angling, outdoor recreation, and more – not just oil and gas."
As winter nears, bears seeking food in Missoula, surrounding valleys
Jamie Jonkel, bear management specialist with FWP, said bears are extra active this time of year, especially in lower elevations where they food is more abundant and needed as the animals prepare for winter.
FWP: Marshall Mountain, creek key wildlife habitat, fishery
With funding approved and a decision to purchase Marshall Mountain close at hand, advocates of doing so have praised the opportunity as a chance to secure prime habitat that's home to a range of imperiled species, from wolverine to the Norther alligator lizard.
Viewpoint: Let’s pass TROA
Monica Lindeen writes, "I urge our Montana Congressional Delegation to pass the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act. This bill has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of millions of Americans and to improve our nation's health."
Viewpoint: Crime Victim Advocates are here to help
Shantelle Gaynor writes, "Education and awareness are the early steps to get to prevention as we work to eliminate this type of violence in our community."
Harmon’s Histories: From the start, Missoula was Montana’s Garden City
In 1881, Missoula was still a fur-trading and agricultural economy, with gold being discovered in the region. “To the looming emigrants this spring,” wrote The Weekly Missoulian, “we would say, Do not condemn Montana until you have seen Missoula County – justly called the ‘garden spot.’ ”
Montana delegation supports Israel; Rosendale contradicts Ukraine statement
All four members of Montana's congressional delegation on Saturday issued statements of support for Israel after it was attacked by Hamas, though one member appeared to contradict statements he made last year when Russian forces attacked Ukraine.