Opinions

“Mob rule” Democracy is clawing at our Republic

The “mob rule” Democracy that Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson were so afraid of is currently clawing at the doors of our Republic. Powerful federal bureaucrats now coordinate with media

County, Historical Society contract would be wise

County, Historical Society contract would be wise

A group of Stillwater County citizens, coordinated by the commissioners, has met, studied, and developed basic concepts that outline a rational, accomplishable, fundable approach for saving the iconic historic court house, relocating the fairgrounds to allow its improvement and expansion, and consolidating county management and administrative functions in a modern office building with convenient access by county citizens.

Letter to the Editor

Concerning my last letter to the editor about the Beartooth Front Coalition proposed zone, there were some facts I mentioned that were not easily verifiable, and edited by the paper.

Mandeville is a good choice for Secretary of State

I have had the privilege of knowing Forrest Mandeville for 25 years. I have found him to be an astute young man who has long had an avid interest in politics and learning all he could about our government system.  Forrest graduated high school and went on to college. Unlike many young people, he chose to return to Columbus. He went to work for Stillwater County in the Planning Office.  I had the privilege of working with and for Forrest filling in at the Planning office.

Equal concern regarding damage from wind farms

Three good letters about protecting the Beartooth Front range when oil and gas wants to explore and maybe drill. Being aware of the potential long-range problems is very important. However, to the writers and many readers, let’s see if your concerns cover “green energy” development, specifically wind-energy.

BCF zoning petition basically a feel-good move at the taxpayer expense

The Beartooth Front Coalition’s (BFC) zoning proposition is nothing more than a feel-good move at Stillwater County taxpayers’ expense.

Sure, everyone wants clean air and water, who would not?

The truth is, and BFC brags about it, that this zoning proposal is predicated on the words of John Mork, CEO of Energy Corp of America. He stated and I quote, “I would love to bring something like the Bakken, maybe something a little more orderly than what is going on in Williston right now, to the area in the Big Horns and other areas in Montana.”

Setting the record straight on signing the Beartooth Front Coalition petition

Regarding who signed the Beartooth Front Coalition (BFC) Citizen-Initiated Zone petition: Much ado has been made about the voting status of the Beartooth Front petition signatures, in an effort to paint the landowners who signed the petition as outsiders.

County signature gathering requirements are at the heart of this misconception and misrepresentation.

Clean water, clear air, unspoiled soils are more than a wish list

Here is what I want for my land near Fishtail where my family has lived for over 100 years. • I want clean water, for drinking, for watering livestock and

Make certain to get the right information about what the Beartooth Front Coalition is seeking

I live within the proposed Beartooth Front zone. A lot of misinformation about the zone is being spread, mostly from folks who don’t live within the proposed area. I also

Misinformation abounds about the true purpose of the BFC

The letters from others about the proposed zoning district are thoughtful and generally well intentioned, except for when the facts are wrong. The adversity to zoning denies history. Zoning created