We Are in This Together
Dear Editor, Governor Greg Gianforte made Montanans proud by joining with standout conservative leaders like Ron DeSantis in sending our national guard troops not overseas, but to our very own border to assist Federal Border Patrol when they were overwhelmed under the Biden administration. Likewise, President Trump has been a leader on border security, inside and outside […]
The Difference between David Crisp and the Letters to the Editor are Noteworthy
Dear Editor, The difference between David Crisp’s opinion piece of 2/20/26 and the letters to the editor on the same page is noteworthy. While Crisp delivers his point of view based on facts and intelligent observation with a measured respectful tone, the letter writers stoop to mean spirited language. For example, calling Obama, Obunga, and […]
Retired Justices for CI-132
Dear Editor, Retired Justices for CI-132 In the upcoming November general election, two groups, Montanans for Nonpartisan Courts and Montanans for Fair and Impartial Judges, are proposing that Montana voters amend our Constitution to guarantee that judicial elections continue to be nonpartisan—as they have since 1935. This Constitutional Initiative, (CI-132), proposes to add a […]
Why don’t we do something constructive about jail overcrowding?
Dear Editor, Thanks for doing a great job with the YCN paper! Regarding the Yellowstone County Commissioners proposal for 175 million dollars for more jail expansion, why don’t we do something constructive about jail overcrowding? This proposal just perpetuates the existing problem! As John Ostlund once said, “Some of these felons wait a year to […]
“If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it” and “An elephant is a mouse built to government specifications.”
Dear Editor, I have just returned from getting my vehicle registration renewed at the new County Treasurer’s office. As a result of this experience, two sayings come to mind: “If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it” and “An elephant is a mouse built to government specifications.” The new office functions like the Social Security’s office: Wait until you […]
Let’s all try to get along and spread some love;
Dear Editor, Happy February to all as we wait for winter to get here; that’s alright, the days are getting longer, spring is near! Cats win, Griz lose in the “Battle of the Brawl”; Bobby Hauck is gone, looks like the winner did take all! In so far as Minnesota and all of the ICE; […]
Let’s Make Some Sense of Montana’s Budget
Dear Editor, Let’s Make some Sense of Montana’s Budget You no doubt have heard claims that Montana’s budget grew by great amounts and then have also heard that the budget grew by a really tiny percentage- I’m going to try and put a little context to these claims. First of all, you have heard that […]
Between “my” lines + Observation;
Dear Editor, Between “my” lines + Observation; Taken from the recent David Crisp article, and I quote: “Imagine how our politics might improve if legislators dedicated themselves to honesty and compassion rather than to raw political advantage”. The first thing that came to mind was the multi-million dollar scam that took place in Minnesota […]
You Just Exposed the Idiot(s) That You Are
Dear Editor, Mark Snider, Hamilton, Mt. You FOOL! You just exposed the idiot(s) that you and your ilk really are. What type of men wears masks to commit crimes you ask? You need only to click on FOX or NEWSMAX, and they will answer that for you. They have exposed you morons/satanists for what you […]
I am writing to bring to your attention a recent incident
Dear Editor, I am writing to bring to your attention a recent incident that I believe warrants public awareness regarding community safety in our neighborhood. On a recent occasion, an individual was observed attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Colonial Apartments, located on South 27th Street. This attempt to enter the property without permission […]