Opinions

Lockdown orders are like spitting in freedom’s face

Last week, the Montana GOP leadership sent Governor Bullock a letter recommending he formulate a plan to restart our economy. Bullock’s response was nothing but propaganda from an elected tyrant.

Project Hope is still here to help

Project Hope would like to thank everyone who has reached out in this difficult time. Our community — and even people from across state lines—have rallied together to prepare for the increased need in our county.

Kathleen Williams would represent Montana well in congress

We met Kathleen Williams several times in the years she traveled across counties in Montana. Kathleen is running for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Her vigor, hard work ethic and ability have impressed us.

Being together and apart

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By Pastor Robert Leaverton Columbus Community Congregational Church

We are not alone now

We are now under mandatory quarantine. By mid-day, it feels like it will be an eternity. Some are being productive — exercising, cleaning, sorting. Some are binging old movies, histories, mysteries, Hallmark, love stories, war stories. Some are reading (basically the same list). Some are taking walks, some are taking naps. We do what we must to keep our sanity.

Front-line thoughts

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, I’ve asked our governor, representative and senators to please consider how we as a state and a nation — can assist and appreciate the work of volunteers on rural ambulance services all over Montana, who are the first response to critical care scenes during the Coronavirus crisis.

DSVS is still working hard to provide services

Like so many of you in Stillwater County, I am working remotely from home. Call it what you will. Social distancing. Self-quarantine.

Trusting God and praying every night

I believe in God. I believe God is good and merciful. I believe that we as a country have turned our backs on God. I believe God is our answer.

Gardening and 4H fun

It’s that time of the year to begin thinking about your summer gardening! And while that is difficult, given we still have snow on the ground, this is about the time gardeners start purchasing (or thinking) of purchasing seeds. Another item to consider is which items will you want to plant?

Mandeville's election security plan

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As a candidate to be Montana's next Secretary of State, I am excited to announce my plan to protect the security of our elections while ensuring everyone's right to vote is protected. This three-part plan pri