It's not easy. If you're a Republican who believes in the traditional conservative precepts of limited government, fiscal restraint, individua…
Clearly leadership is in short supply in the planning, priorities and operations of the city. Mayor Wilmot’s conscious choices not to particip…
Dear Writers, Readers, and Speakers, If YOU had English 101 or essential, or kindergarten, you know that WHO refers to people and THAT refers …
I want to express my appreciation for all the support received from the Townsend/Broadwater County residents, U.S. and state legislators, Lt. …
Trump poses a clear and present danger to our justice system and our country! He now seeks retribution against Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman and …
I don't have many words to type, so I will keep this brief. My friends nearby and my family who're far away, you are loved. Those that are imp…
Montanans pride themselves on their quality of life, and being a good neighbor is embedded in the culture of small towns, especially Helena.
Am I the only one slightly confused by the letter written by the City Commission of Livingston? I don't know Meece at all, but it would seem t…
The events of the past few weeks illustrate how superficial news coverage and one-sided poorly timed editorials are a disservice. Admittedly, …
Evidence has overwhelmingly identified carbon-based fuels as a leading cause of climate change. The increasingly long and severe forest fires …
I would like to thank the leadership at Carroll College for their stand on the restrictions for the drag queen show, for they did not give in …
I write to urge the city of Helena to commit to the Clean Electricity Resolution, which basically moves our wonderful community to 100% clean …
Perhaps the famous quote about "doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result" would apply here. If recent experience is…
I hung a Moms Demand Action poster on my fence and it drew the attention of a neighbor who sent me an anonymous letter. The author asked” What…
As a mother of 2, I’m grateful for the Helena leadership that has already shown they are forward thinking on climate action which directly imp…
Helena has the opportunity to propel itself forward and be a leader in local policy solutions in adopting a 100% Clean Energy Commitment by 2030.
Webster defines "authoritarian" as an adjective as "Believing in, relating to, characterized by, or enforcing unquestionable obedience to auth…
I am a grandmother and retired mental health therapist. I have supported parents facing numerous issues as they strove to provide a healthy en…
An open letter to Mr. Kim Smith of Valley Sand & Gravel and the Department of Environmental Quality:
Was the city going to vet Mr. Meece?
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The Independent Record should be in the business of reporting events, not providing political cover for the lunatic fringe of the Republican P…
America is great because we are a nation of laws. Inconsistent, imperfect sometimes, but, in principle, in court you stand equal to anyone. No…
Senators, please introduce an "Integrity Bill" that would give insight into the income of those holding office in Washington, D.C. The Democra…
You're kidding, right? Ed Meece as city manager? Good material for Saturday Night Live. Once again there are no printable words to express my …
The Helena City Commission seems to be on a Groundhog Day track with its consideration to hire Ed Meece from Livingston. Apparently, they have…
The residents and city commission should be alerted that disgraced fired city manager is under consideration to be the next city manager of Helena.
I understand Helena is considering making an offer to Ed Meece of Livingston as our interim executive. "He is the single most dishonest man I'…
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