By DARRELL EHRLICK | Editor-in-Chief
"Montana farmers, ranchers, and timber industry workers are feeling the squeeze at the gas pump. This executive order will help bring relief for transporting essential goods including agricultural commodities, livestock feed, and timber products." – Gov. Greg Gianforte, on relaxing red dyed diesel rules on agricultural and timber products.
Flathead County judges make their pitch for the Montana Supreme Court
by Micah Drew
Two judges, both alike in current roles, are making the case for why they are best to ascend to the state’s highest bench. At a series of forums around Montana in recent weeks, Flathead County District Court Judges Amy Eddy and Dan Wilson have sought to distinguish their legal bonafides, their campaign strategies and approach […]
State suspends enforcement of dyed fuel for some vehicles
by Jordan Hansen
Montana is temporarily expanding the usage of dyed diesel fuels for commercial vehicles engaged in work related to agriculture and logging. The expansion will not apply to noncommercial vehicles, like passenger cars and trucks. The move comes after President Donald Trump announced a federal executive order allowing for wider use of dyed diesel. It does […]
Nearly 600,000 Montana ballots mailed out
by Micah Drew
The Montana Secretary of State’s office has mailed out absentee ballots for the 2026 election. More than 575,000 ballots have been mailed to registered absentee voters, according to Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen. Absentee ballots must be returned by 8 p.m., on Election Day, Nov. 3. Voters are encouraged to return their ballots promptly and […]
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