Mayor Cole Climbing Social Ladder
Dear Editor, Dave Salys, I agree with you, Sir, on two points: that we need more cops to patrol our streets, and that the cell phone law doesn’t work. read more
Opinion
Tester in Perspective
Dear Editor, Today Senator Tester responded to my recent inquiry about DC statehood stating, “I believe it is wrong that thousands of active-duty service members and veterans don’t have real representation in Congress.” I believe it is important to put … read more
Crisp Falling of the Left Edge
Dear Editor, I guess our favorite editor had to hire a liberal to write an opinion column so the YCN wouldn’t look biased. This Crisp fella with the funny hat is so far left, he is at risk of falling … read more
Does Rural Montana ReallyHave a Voice?
Dear Editor, The picture on the cover of the YCN tells a story. There are twenty-five people in the Yellowstone County delegation. How many people represent the counties of Carter, Fallon, Wibaux, McCone, Garfield and Prairie counties? I have my … read more
HB 35 = Elimination of City / County Appointees in Three Districts
Dear Editor, Larry Brewster, Representative for Heights HD 44 introduced HB 35 to eliminate the city and/or county appointees in three districts: the County Water and Sewer District of Billings Heights (CWDBH), Big Sky Water and Sewer District and Evergreen … read more
Super-Secret Police Radios and Doughnuts
Dear Editor, So now we’ve had another major wreck on Main Street in the Billings Heights. Where was the Billings Police Department (BPD)? read more
Erase History and You Erase Truth!
Dear Editor, During Christmas time 50 years ago in December of 1972, I was reviewing the de novo synthesis of the non-essential amino acids and reviewing the cranial nerves. read more
A Political Poem
Dear Editor, And so 2022 has come and gone; 2023 is here and January can be long; It was a year full of ups and downs; Putin, Biden, Pelosi and other assorted clowns. read more
Thanks for the Holiday Lights!
Dear Editor, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the communities of Shepherd and Huntley for the beautiful Christmas lights and decorations. It certainly brightened my Christmas! Thank you for your efforts to make the season brighter! Neala … read more
Can We Treat Military with Same Respect as Damar Hamlin ?
Dear Editor, I’ve a fair question. The entire nation witnessed a near tragedy on Monday night football with the event that took place with Damar Hamlin having his heart stop, being hauled off the field and seeing the affect it … read more
U.S. is Beyond Comprehension
Dear Editor, Out of control. Whether you are a Republican or a Democrat, we have watched with complete disdain, disbelief and some degree of helplessness at how our elected representatives have spent us into debt beyond comprehension, 1.7 trillion just … read more
Keep Up the Great Reporting
Dear Editor, I just picked up a copy of Yellowstone County News at the store, and I wanted to write in and let you know I love your publication! read more
Government’s Obligation to Spend is not Necessary
Dear Editor, Regarding David Crisp’s article of January 6th on “Letting the Government Burn”. read more
“Lives” Edition of the YCN was Great
Dear Editor, The “Lives” edition of the YCN was great. I would like you to please send me 2 copies of the paper to me in Arizona. Mary Knapp, Arizona read more
Fact Check on Crisp
Dear Editor, This is about David Crisp’s article on 12-16-22 about US Rep. Matt Rosendale. read more
Pope Francis is Not Infallible
Dear Editor, For many years I have called myself a Bishop Sheen Catholic. read more
The House Always Wins
Dear Editor, I saw a sign flash on a casino billboard “Hunger can happen to anyone.” Yes, it can, if you are a person of addictions. read more
Not All Senators Voted to Censure McCarthy
Dear Editor, Too many people today ask what has happened to our country! read more
Heart-Warming to see Brittney Griner Freed
Dear Editor, How heart-warming to see Brittney Griner freed from a Russian prison and on her way home. read more
Does Writing Well Equate to Good Grades?
Dear Editor, When you begin law school when you are over 40 years old, you end up being with a number of fellow students who are a little over half your age. I remember a female student who was about … read more
