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Keila Szpaller

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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Trump is coming back to Montana, my colleague @mddrew.bsky.social reports. He's less popular now than he was on his 2018 visits: dailymontanan.com/2026/10/05/t... #montana #mtpol #mtnews
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Trump to stump in Montana • Daily Montanan
President Donald Trump is expected to make a stop in Montana as part of a 10-state tour through competitive states and districts in the final month before November’s election.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Based on emails I've received, people have a lot of heartburn with these killings and the possible fine, up to $1K for a violation. FWP reported it had to euthanize the bears and said they were being fed and used to people. ICYMI: dailymontanan.com/2026/09/29/f... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
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Fish, Wildlife and Parks euthanizes 14 black bears after finding them ‘extremely food conditioned’ • Daily Montanan
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens captured and euthanized 14 black bears near Bozeman, the agency said Tuesday in a news release.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
A former labor secretary said Montana is "a very unlikely state" to push for a limit on corporate spending in politics. Reporter Micah Drew points out why it's not at all surprising for Montana to be taking up such a measure.
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The Daily Montanan @dailymontanan.com · 06/03/2026
In an era where it can be difficult to understand a candidate’s viewpoints, Aaron Flint’s Montana Talks show gives a deep and clear look into his worldview. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/03/05/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
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Flint’s ‘Montana Talks’ a look into Congressional candidate's views
Aaron Flint, now a Congressional candidate to replace Zinke, hosted the Montana Talks radio show for nearly a decade
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The Daily Montanan @dailymontanan.com · 05/03/2026
Just before the closure of candidate filing in Montana, incumbent U.S. Sen. Steve Daines withdrew from his re-election campaign for a third term, endorsing Kurt Alme. dailymontanan.com/2026/03/04/d... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
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With just minutes before filing deadline closes, Daines shocks Montana by withdrawing • Daily Montanan
U.S. Attorney for Montana Kurt Alme receives Daines endorsement for Senate as two-term incumbent announces retirement
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
The PSC hasn't paid a $25K legal bill. A spokesperson said there's an issue with the contract. The invoice is dated Dec. 15.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
An ACLU leader and University of Montana professor weigh in on the new presidential memo on national security — NSPM-7 — and what it means for civil liberties: (meant to repost my story from my account)
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Problembear @problembear.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
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Small towns in Montana rally for 'No Kings' • Daily Montanan
HAMILTON — DILLON — POLEBRIDGE — Kent Kernahan, of Corvallis, said he’s a Methodist minister’s child, and he demonstrated Saturday at the No Kings Indivisible Bitterroot rally after asking himself wha...
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James Brooks Cascade @alaska.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Hundreds gather at Juneau, Alaska’s Overstreet Park amid rain and fog for the local No Kings protest on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)
Hundreds gather at Juneau, Alaska’s Overstreet Park amid rain and fog for the local No Kings protest on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)Hundreds gather at Juneau, Alaska’s Overstreet Park amid rain and fog for the local No Kings protest on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)
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Alex Baumhardt @alexbaumhardt.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Portland Police Police estimate so far is 40,000 to 50,000 at downtown Portland No Kings today @statesnewsroom.com @oregoncapitalchronicle.com
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Alex Baumhardt @alexbaumhardt.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Federal officers pepper ball protestors at Portland ICE facility just now.
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The Daily Montanan @dailymontanan.com · 19/10/2025
“We have got to resist. It’s the patriotic thing to do.” Montanans in small towns demonstrate at No Kings rallies. By @keilaszpaller.bsky.social @mddrew.bsky.social @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/10/18/s... #montana #mtpol #mtnews
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Small towns in Montana rally for 'No Kings' • Daily Montanan
HAMILTON — DILLON — POLEBRIDGE — Kent Kernahan, of Corvallis, said he’s a Methodist minister’s child, and he demonstrated Saturday at the No Kings Indivisible Bitterroot rally after asking himself wha...
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
We talked with lots of people in smaller communities in Montana at No Kings rallies. Here's the story:
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Susan Crawford, of Corvallis, attended the No Kings Indivisible Bitterroot rally in Hamilton, Montana. Her sign read, “The Only White House Thrones ‘R’ Porcelain.”
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Megan Kelly, of Hamilton, Montana, wears a chicken costume for fun. But her reason for showing up at the “No Kings Indivisible Bitterroot” rally in the Bitterroot is serious. “I am letting the government know the American people are not to be messed with.”
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Nancy Neal of Corvallis, Montana, counted more than 700 participants at the No Kings Indivisible rally in Hamilton, a town of roughly 5,000. Neal said she’s not using the term “antifa” anymore.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Ron Osborn, almost 93, said he’s a Korean War veteran out at the Hamilton, Montana, No Kings rally to show his patriotism. “We’re proud American citizens, loyal to the flag and the Constitution.” #montana
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Such an excellent story from my colleague @jordyhansen.bsky.social about a major player in Montana. BNSF is having a significant impact on the ability of small towns to complete critical infrastructure projects — and not always a good one. Legislators are taking note. #mtpol #montana
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
“Selling our shared public lands to pay for tax cuts for the rich was and is an awful, un-American idea, and we appreciate Rep Zinke’s work to keep it out of the bill.” — Lydia Weiss, senior director for government relations at The Wilderness Society.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Last year, YWCA Missoula had 89 children at once staying at The Meadowlark shelter, a record. I serve on the board, and thanks to a $10K match from the PaddleHeads, a Missoula Gives donation will go twice as far today through May 2. Thank you for considering: www.missoulagives.org/organization...
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Sen. Kassmier’s desk is piled high as the Senate closes in on the end of the 2025 session. #montana #mtleg #mtpol
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Neat, about the Montana Bar Fairies: "One part of the group’s outreach involves sending out volunteers every weekend to leave $5 gift cards to local coffee shops on cars left in bar parking lots overnight, a small incentive they hope builds big results."
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
“It’s not just oligarchy and the power of the rich that we are fighting right now. We are taking on a president who undermines our constitution every day.” - U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders to a capacity crowd in Missoula.
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Darrell Ehrlick @darrellehrlick.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Folks, this story by my colleague @keilaszpaller.bsky.social is just heartbreaking, but it needs to be read. dailymontanan.com/2025/02/06/q...
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'Queer drain' being documented in Montana as legislature advances contentious bills • Daily Montanan
Charley Macorn loves Montana, their home for 38 years, but Macorn also fears Montana isn’t capable of loving her back. “I love Montana with so much of my heart,” said Macorn, who goes by they/she pron...
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
“We’re trying to do this in a manner that ensures equity across the entire state." - Rep. Llew Jones, R-Conrad, on one of the other proposals, that one from the governor's task force on property taxes. #montana #mtpol #mtnews #mtleg
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
I was curious why a Dem had co-sponsored a bill popular with some Rs to reduce property taxes. People who testified didn't like the bill, and the Dem, Rep. Dave Fern, said they changed his mind, but he's still happy the idea is in the mix: dailymontanan.com/briefs/co-sp... #mtpol #mtleg #montana
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Co-sponsor will no longer support bill to redirect lodging taxes to homeowners • Daily Montanan
Co-sponsor will not longer support bill to claw back lodging taxes
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
"Don't just sit, idling by." Some meetings can go long, and that's what Chair Barry Usher said to people who weren't so prompt lining up to testify. Here's a story about a human trafficking prevention bill, one of many bills in Senate Judiciary: dailymontanan.com/2025/01/21/m... #mtpol #mtleg
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Montana senator introduces bill to prevent human trafficking • Daily Montanan
Montana senator introduces bill to prevent human traffickingbill would instruct the Office of Public Instruction to develop curricula and activities to teach students to identify and avoid child sex t...
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
The idea for a state workforce housing credit, similar to the federal one, is moving ahead with bipartisan support, despite some criticism about cost: dailymontanan.com/2025/01/16/m... #montana #mtleg #mtpol
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Montana workforce housing tax credit gets bipartisan support in House • Daily Montanan
Montana workforce housing tax credit gets bipartisan support in House
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
And more from the Lee team here:
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
H/T to Seaborn Larson and Victoria Eavis of the Montana States News Bureau. #montana #mtleg #mtpol
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The Daily Montanan @dailymontanan.com · 17/01/2025
Montana has sent prisoners to Arizona, and this week, CoreCivic announced another deal, this time to house an additional 240 inmates at its Mississippi facility. By @darrellehrlick.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/01/16/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
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Montana will now send as many as 600 state prisoners to Arizona, Mississippi • Daily Montanan
The State of Montana and private prison contractor CoreCivic said that they've inked an agreement to take more of Montana's incarcerated to Mississippi.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Monday, Gianforte asked legislators to work quickly on one of his property tax relief bills. Tuesday, lawmakers said they have their own priorities. “We are taking too much money out of Montanans’ pockets in a lot of different ways." dailymontanan.com/2025/01/14/m... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
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Montana lawmakers tout tax relief bills, respond to Gianforte's proposal • Daily Montanan
Montana lawmakers tout property tax proposals and respond to Gianforte's
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
“I have been happily using the women’s restroom in this building throughout my tenure without issue." — Rep. Zooey Zephyr, D-Missoula, who is transgender, on a "bathroom bill" that passed out of a House committee and would affect her personally. dailymontanan.com/2025/01/13/b... #mtleg #montana
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'Bathroom bill' advances out of committee on party line vote • Daily Montanan
'Bathroom bill' advances out of committee on party line vote
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
A GOP lawmaker said he won't "bow down" to "woke pressure" in supporting a bill to define sex and restrict bathroom use. Dems said it's likely unconstitutional and could cost as much as $3B. Bill passes out of committee on party line vote. dailymontanan.com/2025/01/13/b... #mtnews #montana
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'Bathroom bill' advances out of committee on party line vote • Daily Montanan
'Bathroom bill' advances out of committee on party line vote
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
From Gov. Greg Gianforte's office today: "The governor is scheduled to travel to West Palm Beach to have dinner with President Trump at Mar-a-Lago." Neat. #montana #mtpol
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
“It truly is a disaster to start the session without efficient capacity to track bills. This is for us as legislators, but particularly for the public.” A new legislative website has legislators, lobbyists and the public frustrated. dailymontanan.com/2025/01/08/n... #montana #mtpol
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New Montana legislative website has problems, Legislative Services working on fixes • Daily Montanan
Montana had to roll out a new legislative website and did it in house. It's not working as smoothly as it used but staff said they're refining the new system.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
I tried really hard to use the phrase "fruit basket upset" to describe what happened to committees in the Senate, but my editors didn't like it, so I'm saying it here, in case you do like it. Work in the Senate is stalled, but not everyone is mad, because it's more planning time for complex bills.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
Ringo, left. Sniffs the whole building three times a day, according to a fan. Rewarded with a special chew toy. It’s opening day of the 2025 Montana Legislature. #mtpol #montana
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
I always thought it would be neat to go to his Sunday school. Maranatha Baptist Church says this: "Over the 40 years President Carter taught Sunday School at Maranatha, he concluded each lesson with a challenge for all in attendance to do one good thing for one other person."
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
In South Dakota, NorthWestern asked for a rate increase, and SD's version of the PSC approved a settlement that includes a moratorium that prevents NWE from seeking another increase until 2028, minus an "extraordinary event." @southdakotasearchlight.com: southdakotasearchlight.com/briefs/regul...
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Regulators approve natural gas rate hike for NorthWestern Energy • South Dakota Searchlight
State regulators approved a settlement reducing NorthWestern Energy’s proposed $8.38 monthly increase on the average natural gas customer’s bill to $6.44.
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Reactions to the ruling are rolling in. Anne Hedges, Montana Environmental Information Center: "This decision affirms that it’s past time for swift, just, and meaningful climate action from Montana’s government and regulatory agencies. It is a critical victory for present and future generations."
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Blair Miller @blairmiller.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Montana Supreme Court affirms district court's decision in Held v. Montana. Rice dissents. Sandefur has concurring opinion. More TK @dailymontanan.bsky.social #mtpol
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The Daily Montanan @dailymontanan.com · 17/12/2024
“Montana chose to adopt a draconian policy that is clearly intended to marginalize transgender Montanans, only for that discriminatory action to be blocked.” - ACLU MT. Judge blocks law stopping sex designation changes. By @blairmiller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2024/12/17/j... #mtpol #mtleg
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Judge blocks policies keeping transgender Montanans from changing sex designations • Daily Montanan
A Lewis and Clark County District Court judge on Monday issued a preliminary injunction that prevents the state from enforcing multiple laws, rules and policies that are keeping transgender Montanans ...
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
It's Friday, a good day for a good news story. @darrellehrlick.bsky.social has one here:
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
From the story: "The Flathead County Commissioners appear ready to pass on a $9 million investment in affordable housing, despite Flathead County’s status as one of the most expensive places to live in Montana." Meanwhile in Butte-Silver Bow: “I think denying it would be absolutely absurd." #mtpol
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Keila Szpaller @keilaszpaller.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
The lack of housing, especially reasonably priced housing, can seem like an impossible problem to fix in Montana, but editor @darrellehrlick.bsky.social of the @dailymontanan.bsky.social has this story with concrete solutions already in play. #montana #mtpol
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