Letters

Laurie Bishop is the best candidate for HD 60

Published on Fri, 09/16/2016 - 3:21pm

Editor:

Whether you vote absentee or go to the polls Nov. 8 in Montana House District 60, you will be voting for a candidate to represent us locally but also to represent the best interests of all Montanans.

Laurie Bishop is the best candidate to do this. Laurie has raised her family and lived in Livingston for many years. She has a background in education, helping to assure students statewide graduate from high school. She also has business experience as a small business owner in Montana.

Night Owl Run success

Published on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 3:42pm

Editor: 

Another year has come and gone, and the community of Livingston (along with some faithful running enthusiasts from all over the state and from other states) never ceases to amaze us. On Sept. 9, the eighth annual Night Owl Run succeeded to move close to 350 bodies just a bit over 4 miles on a perfect, weather-accommodating evening. From dozens of cash and prize sponsors to over 100 volunteers lining the course to cheer participants and slow traffic, this event is the epitome of community collaboration and spirit.

Looking for fair board members

Published on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 3:40pm

Editor:

The Park County Fair Board has a couple positions open for the board. The deadline is fast approaching, and those interested individuals who are looking to make a difference with the fair and fairgrounds need to apply soon. Applications are available on the county’s website.

A historic event

Published on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 3:39pm

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A word on highway rest stops and guns

Published on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 3:38pm

Editor:

I am most distressed about the nice lady that was shot in her trunk with her own gun. As someone who has traveled both coasts, into remote areas and used a rented car for years, a word of caution. I have carried a pistol for many years. My father, a crack shot with any kind of a gun, told me years ago, Patsy, never give up your gun. Get the first shot and use the entire load. If you give up your gun, you are dead.

Amazed at honesty of citizenry

Published on Tue, 09/13/2016 - 8:25am

Editor:

On Sept. 1 my husband and I checked into a cabin at Yellowstone’s Edge. After unloading, we drove to the Town & Country store for groceries. While inside, I set my checkbook down somewhere, but after a short while realized I had mislaid it. The loss of checks didn’t bother me as much as the $800 inside the check cover!

I reported the incident to the service center after searching but not finding my check book. I left my cell phone number with the clerk and then returned to our cabin. 

Bring ideas to listening session on Saturday, Sept. 10

Published on Fri, 09/09/2016 - 3:10pm

Editor:

There are many areas for improvement in local government. I realize that change happens slowly at times, but residents do have influence. If you have an idea that would improve city services, please bring it to our monthly listening session. The next session is at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10 at the Livingston Food Resource Center located at the corner of Second and Lewis Streets. Meet other community members and discuss your concerns with two of your city commissions. We would be interested in hearing from you.

Yellowstone River resource

Published on Thu, 09/08/2016 - 2:52pm

Editor:

 I agree with what George Wuerthner writes in his letter about reconsidering antiquated water allotment in the West. We need to come together as a community when a resource as valuable as the Yellowstone is threatened by low snowpack and hot summer temperatures.

Gianforte not so nice

Published on Thu, 09/08/2016 - 2:50pm

Editor:

Some people who worked with Greg Gianforte at RightNow Technologies have written to say he was a good guy to work for. But I know a high-ranking executive at RightNow who agrees Greg is nice, yet refuses to endorse him for governor. Being a nice guy isn’t enough.

It’s time to reconsider antiquated water allotment in the West

Published on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 3:59pm

Editor:

This past week I went for a hike in the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness near Livingston. I drove to the trailhead along Mill Creek, the largest tributary to the Yellowstone between Gardiner and Livingston. The lower 6-7 miles of the creek was bone dry. If one did not know better, you might attribute this to the regional drought conditions.

In most years, almost all the tributaries to the Yellowstone between Gardiner and Livingston are totally dewatered by ranchers irrigating hay fields and pastures.