Editorial

Consumer access to Montana beef a priority for officials

HELENA - With the end of the 67th legislature, leaders from the Montana Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) and Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) applaud the collaborative work done by stakeholders, lawmakers and the Department of Livestock creating greater access to Montana agricultural products, specifically Montana beef, for consumers.

A history of Memorial Day

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While many, if not most, Americans now celebrate Memorial Day with picnics, barbecues, family get-togethers, parades and fireworks it is important we remember the true meaning and history of the Memorial Day weekend.

The difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day

On both Memorial Day and Veterans Day it is customary to spend time remembering and honoring the countless veterans who have served the United States throughout the country’s history. According to the Old Farmers Almanac, there is a close distinction between the holidays.

Life With Lois

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This was a “Red Letter Day” in my life, really. I was at the Livingston Post Office to send out books people had ordered. It is a wonderful old historic building. The Postal Service Staff have always been wonderful too. The last time I wrote about the post office was when I accidently put my cell phone inside a box I had mailed. It was hilarious.

More opportunities for Montana students to become successful

Education has been one of the most disrupted sectors by COVID-19. The ripple effects of school closures and remote learning have further put pressure on families and our economy. The Legislature responded by giving more flexibility to students, families, and educators to engage in individualized learning.

State GOP abandons free markets

Republicans, please sit down now. Even though most of you have good, reliable state-sponsored health insurance, I don’t want to be the cause of anyone fainting in disbelief.

May 31 is World No Tobacco Day

Every year, we observe World No Tobacco Day on May 31. The World Health Organization (WHO) and its members created World No Tobacco Day in 1987. The day highlights the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocates for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. World No Tobacco Day encourages a 24-hour period of abstinence from all forms of tobacco consumption around the globe.

Life With Lois

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Do you remember Mister Rogers on television? His neighborhood always seemed like a pleasant place to me. Warm fuzzy slippers, lots of books, and neighbors coming to visit. Sesame Street was a friendly place too. Is it like that in your neighborhood? When we moved to Colstrip in 1973, there were just a few neighborhoods, some covered many miles, but we ‘neighbored.’

Life With Lois

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Just as sunshine and rain fall so does joy and despair on our lives. We are having spring in Montana. It was so beautiful today. Last week we had snow. Ranchers always say, “We sure need the moisture!” I like to practice that in my life too. Looking on the good side of things. But sometimes I fail.

Letter to the Editor

Federal employees deserve recognition, appreciation