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Missoula Current
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![Missoula pot dispensaries back Daines’ SAFER banking bill](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-marijuana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula pot dispensaries back Daines’ SAFER banking bill
To purchase $20 in recreational marijuana at a Missoula dispensary, you better carry cash.
![Stone-Manning: Collaboration to play large role in BLM efforts](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-attachment-stonemanning.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Stone-Manning: Collaboration to play large role in BLM efforts
The Montana Forest Collaboration Network includes 23 working groups from the Yaak in the northwest to the Custer-Gallatin in south-central Montana.
![New UM partnership to expand Montana’s tech workforce](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-university-of-montana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New UM partnership to expand Montana’s tech workforce
UM is working to develop a novel education and training program to position Montana as a “global leader” in turning out skilled workers.
![Mountain Line concerned with U.S. House amendment targeting Zero Fare](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-mountain-line-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mountain Line concerned with U.S. House amendment targeting Zero Fare
An amendment added to a transportation bill in the U.S. House of Representatives could cut federal funding to transportation agencies that provide zero fare service.
![Viewpoint: Holland Lake bull trout need clean water](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/09/attachment-Holland-Lake-View.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Holland Lake bull trout need clean water
Arlene Montgomery writes, "Bull trout are in a precarious situation in the Swan Valley, non-native lake trout and mysis shrimp pose a threat in Holland Lake. Lack of clean water shouldn't be another hazard they have to navigate."
![Viewpoint: Disagreement with aspects of Blackfoot-Clearwater act](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/09/attachment-Blackfoot.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Disagreement with aspects of Blackfoot-Clearwater act
Mike Garrity writes, "The timber industry already has access to all roaded lands. Don’t let Tester give them categorical exclusions to log roadless lands too."
![Viewpoint: Hedalen launches campaign for Montana school superintendent](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/02/School-development.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Hedalen launches campaign for Montana school superintendent
Susie Hedalen writes, "Together, we can bring Montana education back to the tried-and-true basics, creating a robust and thriving educational system that prepares our students for a bright future."
![County delays option, closing date for Marshall Mtn. property](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-attachment-marshall-mountain-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
County delays option, closing date for Marshall Mtn. property
Commissioners this week agreed to postpone one aspect of the purchase relating to the Five Valleys Land Trust and its 160 acres.
![Missoula County voices support for marijuana banking act](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-attachment-marijuana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula County voices support for marijuana banking act
Missoula County is backing federal legislation that would allow dispensaries and other marijuana retailers to utilize the U.S. banking system like any other business.
![Murdock Trust awards grant to Five Valleys to help secure funding](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2023/11/attachment-dean-stone-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Murdock Trust awards grant to Five Valleys to help secure funding
Five Valleys Land Trust plans to use a grant awarded by the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust.