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Montana Morning State News Headlines for Thursday, August 23
Missoula City Council wrangles over details in the 2018-2019 budget, including one angry taxpayer.
Ward 4's Jesse Ramos proposes millions in cuts to the city budget, but is universally opposed by the mayor and the city council.
Green Party trying for a 'Hal Mary' in the federal courts after being shut down at the state Supreme Court to get on the November ballot.
Hazy sunshine in Missoula today with highs in the low 80's
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