Opinion

Simplifying life can make a difference

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From where I sit ...

We’re living in the bears’ back yard

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Writers on the Range

These are the claims that affirm His excellency

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A Look Deeper

The legend of a man named Les Webber

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Montana Viewpoint

Public lands can connnect us all

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Writers on the Range

All the pieces come together

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Dino Dave’s Adventures

MT Cattleman leader: Kroger, Albertsons merger bad for cattle producers

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The proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons grocery chains cannot but result in fewer market choices and higher prices for consumers of beef, and therefore decreased competitiveness in the cattle market. Kroger is the second largest supermarket chain in America, while Albertsons sits at number four. Walmart is number one and Costco number three. Together these four chains sell 45% of the food bought by the American consumer. If the merger goes forward, only three companies will control nearly half of the food market, which of course includes half of the beef.

He is steady when we are not

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The fall leaves glisten, reflective upon the lake this crisp morning. Being tucked away in the stillness awaiting that which is to come, the momentary pause breathes life.

There’s plenty to be thankful for

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As a fifth-generation Montanan, I didn’t choose Montana — Montana chose me. Over 100 years ago, my great-great-grandmother homesteaded 23 miles east of Conrad, and that’s how my family made it to the Last Best Place. And I’ll be forever thankful for that.

Remember the contributions of Montana’s natives this month

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November is National American Indian Heritage Month. In 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed a Congressional Joint Resolution establishing this event and called upon governments, interested groups, organizations and the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities. Every subsequent President has affirmed this proclamation. Thus, this month is a good time for all Montanans to reflect on the contributions of our Indian people to our great state and our nation.

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