The inflation metric most closely watched by the Federal Reserve — the personal consumption expenditures index by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis — showed that prices are coming down.
The Montana GOP said the Democratic candidate for governor is illegally spending money on his wife’s communications company — but Democrat Ryan Busse alleges Gov. Greg Gianforte funneled $1 million to his campaign manager’s companies.
Pat Earnest writes, "Montanans have time and time again made it clear that politics do not belong in the judicial branch of government. Candidates need to resist accepting partisan group funding and endorsements."
“The weather was perfect for an outdoor meeting,” wrote an Anaconda Standard newspaper reporter. “The platform next to the court house was elaborately decorated with flags, and electric lights were hung among the trees, making the scene an attractive one. The demonstration tonight was a splendid one and was one of the grandest in Missoula's political history.”
Leigh Ratterman writes, "As we experience more extreme heat, thankfully there are many ways to prepare and look out for each other, helping build a stronger and more resilient community in the face of our changing climate."
Adam Jesperson writes, "Not everyone is attracted to or even agrees with the stated mission of every public charity, but that doesn’t diminish the inherent value of that organization’s work."