Opinion
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The importance of reporting bear conflicts
In summertime, we all know what to do if we see smoke in the forest – report it. Quick detection helps fire crews …
Believing in global warming doesn't mean it's true
I was reading the Feb. 20 Bigfork Eagle and noticed a “letter to the editor” about Reichner and Blasdel trying to change the face of Montana written by Edd Blackler.
Relay for Life has a lasting impact
As Bigfork prepares for its ninth annual Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society, I’d like to share my Relay for Life journey.
Food for thought on how America spends funds
I am writing this on Lincoln’s birthday, by the way. The underground nuclear test just completed by North Korea, and now with the great consternation, fear, and international condemning of such an action, it makes …
Reichner and Blasdel are trying to change the face of Montana
Representatives Scott Reichner and Mark Blasdel are attempting to influence the Montana House of Representatives in the 2013 session of the Montana Legislature by advancing model bills that have been crafted by ALE…
Lack of boating regulations on Echo Lake cost taxpayer money
We are very much in favor of responsible boating on Echo Lake. However, we are also very much against unrestricted boating at flood stage level that causes damage to private property, public infrastructure and wide…
County policy doesn't add up
I can’t stop thinking about the article I wrote last week about how a 30-year-old county policy prohibits county maintenance of all roads built after 1983.
Bigfork Fire Chief cooks up some fire safety tips
For the month of February, I would like to discuss kitchen fire prevention. Fire safety experts tell us that half of all house fires start in the kitchen. Some are electrical of course, but many are cooking related.
Legislative session creates nuttiness instead of jobs
From the “nattering nabobs of nuttiness” aka the Montana state legislators in the 2013 session who put forth such “job-creating” bills as:
Sportsmen's groups are not helping
I am an average Montana resident who likes to hunt and fish. I work hard to have good relations with the landowners who allow me on to hunt or fish. I am not politically active, but have followed some of the issues…
Sheriffs should protect Constitutional rights
Hats off to the Montana Sheriffs of Sanders, Powell, Ravalli, Wibaux, Yellowstone and Lake County that have publically state that they will not allow any unconstitutional laws that infringe on its citizens right to…
Tip o' the Hat for Champagne, Chocolate and You
Champagne, Chocolate and You was once again a success. Thanks to all the hard work of the Soroptimist of Bigfork. These ladies continue to host a wonderful annual event raising money for women and children. And a s…
A familiar face joins the Bigfork Eagle
Hello Flathead Valley.
District 29 to host forum on emergency plan
It’s not only about education, but also providing a safe school environment. I recently noted that in light of the recent tragedy in Newtown, Con., Somers School District 29 will review emergency plans to see what …
Montana wolf policy impacts beyond state
Why would an issue in Montana cause someone in Kentucky to suffer sleepless nights and a heavy heart?
Communication technology makes motivations public
With all the modern communication technology now available to everyone alike, it is harder and harder for any person, any group, any government to hide their activities, their identities, their good or bad actions,…