Masks are for health, not politics

In these difficult times, politics are the last thing we need.

Over the past two weeks, we have seen a significant change in Hill County. Our cases have surged to 30-plus and counting. We now have what appears to be community spread. And we see that it is affecting anyone regardless of age. Montana has also seen a surge in cases and a surge in hospitalizations. This was to some extent expected, but what we do next will help shape our outcomes, for better or worse.

Through the beginning of COVID-19, Hill County has had a buffer against the full effect of COVID-19. This has led to some skep...