By Michael Howell The front cover of a recent issue of Bloomsberg Businessweek declared in red letters that looked something like smeared blood, “EBOLA IS COMING.” Dr. Vincent Racaniello, […]
Archives for October 8, 2014
Deadline extended for comment on ‘big box’ wastewater discharge permit
As a result of technical difficulties associated with the electronic means of receiving comments from the public, DEQ is extending the public comment period for a wastewater discharge permit […]
Florence school trustee resigns (maybe)
By Michael Howell For unstated reasons on August 25, Florence Carlton School Board trustee Colby Reynolds emailed notice of his resignation to Superintendent Bud Scully and to trustees Tara […]
Support for Ray
When long time Ravalli County Justice of the Peace Nancy Sabo resigned to handle some out-of-state personal issues, the late Jerry Williams and I were asked by the County […]
Support for Pearson
Since the primary which took place in June of this year, I have had the opportunity to get to know Mr. Pearson. He is a candidate for the […]
Support for Curtis
Amanda Curtis is running for the US Senate against Steve Daines. She came to the campaign late, replacing John Walsh (boring, boring, boring!), but I think that may have […]
Vote for good policy makers
I won’t be around in 2050. But my grandchildren and great grandchildren will be, God willing. Hopefully by then they’ll have grandchildren of their own. But what kind of […]
Support for Schneider
Recently I have been reviewing Ron Ehli’s (HD86) voting record, and I’d like to bring a few items to the attention of my neighbors who apparently voted him into […]
Open primaries are the Montana way
By Jim Shockley, Victor A few Republican Central Committees have sued the state asking that the Republican primary be closed to all but registered Republicans. The suit is based on […]
Support for Ray
I have written this letter to support the candidacy of Jennifer Bedey Ray, who is seeking to become the next Department 1 Justice of the Peace in Ravalli County. […]
Down on Daines
Some time ago Representative Daines wrote a column to explain why we must repeal the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obama Care. The ACA requires all Americans to […]
Rebuttal to Baty
I do agree with Don Baty that the fire department, park, school and irrigation district are a vital part of our small community. I disagree about the interlocking […]
‘Oliver’ recommended
What a treat to see the Stevensville Playhouse production of “Oliver!” Everything from the singing, costuming, stage-setting, to superb acting made this a wonderful night out – right here […]