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U.S. Senator Steve Daines, Senator Tim Sheehy, Congressman Ryan Zinke, and Congressman Troy Downing have sent a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy requesting urgent action to address ongoing mail service disruptions in Bozeman and Belgrade, Montana. In their letter, the officials highlighted problems such as misdelivered packages, challenges in tracking shipments, and staff shortages…
Montana Attorney General Advocates for Legislation to Protect Children from Drugs
SB261 expands child endangerment to include exposure to fentanyl, heroin, THC, and dispensary access.
Catalyst Montana Funding Prompts Calls for State Inquiry
According to publicly available grant data from USAID, the leftwing Montana Human Rights Network—rebranded Catalyst Montana—received 71% of its funding through taxpayer grants.
Are Montana Republicans the Party of Reality TV?
Travis Mateer examines the influence of reality TV on Missoula law enforcement, exploring how shows like Live PD and Frontier Force blur the lines between public service and entertainment.
Is Anything About Surajit Khanna’s Returning Youth Initiative Real?
The Khanna Con: Is Dr. Khanna exploiting Montana’s well-meaning do-gooders for photo-ops, while offering little real help to those he claims to serve?
Journalism Is Not A Popularity Contest
Facing criticism and opposition, Travis Mateer highlights the importance of independent journalism in uncovering the truth about homelessness in Missoula.
It’s Clear As Mud Where The Rubber Hits The Road In Missoula
Investigating Missoula’s church parking lot homeless initiative and its implications for the community and local politics
Failure Is The Plan
A feature, not a bug: Analyzing the intentional subversion behind political failures in America’s cultural and economic priorities.
Mayor Davis’ Culture of Controlled Curiosity, Brought to You by Lee Enterprises
Examining the Media Narratives and Local Implications of Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis’ Participation in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative
The Elephant In The Room
Montana’s Darin Gaub attended the 2024 RNC Convention noting that it was a party for some and a duty for others.
Lawfare: A Very Effective Tool Of Attack
Travis Mateer on Lawfare, Legal Battles, and Creative Resistance
Am I Seeing the Twilight of Missoula’s Rattlesnake Democrats?
Unveiling the Hidden Power Dynamics in Missoula’s Exclusive Rattlesnake Neighborhood
Duplicitous Republicans Reframe Platform
Pro-Life Advocate Denounces GOP’s Shift in Abortion Stance, Calls for Unwavering Support for Life
From Local Ordinance to Supreme Court: Unpacking Missoula’s Urban Camping Debate
In his latest piece, Travis Mateer explores the complexities of Missoula’s Urban Crisis Camping Ordinance and its implications in light of the Supreme Court decision on Grants Pass v. Johnson.
Missoula Legalizes Public Camping as Supreme Court Permits Bans
City Council’s decision contrasts with the recent Supreme Court ruling, highlighting the ongoing conflict over public safety.
Celebrating the Fall of Roe in Montana
Pro-Life Montanans mark two years of Dobbs with first annual Celebrate Life Montana event in Hamilton.
Why My Ellie Boldman Problem Is Your Ellie Boldman Problem
In his weekly op-ed, Travis Mateer offers a candid profile and his personal experiences with Montana transplant politico Senator Ellie Boldman. Explore the controversies and key events shaping her influence in Missoula’s political landscape.
Am I Broken Windows Or Am I An Opportunity?
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