In an opinion piece challenging the Affordable Care Act, James Brown argues that rising insurance costs are anything but affordable for Montana families. Pointing to concerns about fraud and financial risk, he calls for a closer look at how seemingly well-intentioned policies can weigh heavily on local households.

Losing an IRS tax exemption leaves nonprofits and their volunteer leaders without critical benefits. Once that status lapses, the organization’s financial advantages—and the income tax perks for volunteers—immediately cease.

A co-owner of a small family-run business in the Similkameen Valley voices concerns over ICBC’s billing practices after receiving unexpected penalties. She believes these practices significantly impact small businesses like hers.