A Reluctant Citizen Journalist’s First Date With AI
Travis Mateer explores his first experience with AI, sharing insights and humorous reflections on a ‘date’ with ChatGPT.
Tag: Missoula
It’s Clear As Mud Where The Rubber Hits The Road In Missoula
Explore the complexities of Missoula’s homeless initiatives as Travis Mateer investigates rumors of church parking lots hosting “urban car campers”.
Mayor Davis’ Culture of Controlled Curiosity, Brought to You by Lee Enterprises
Travis Mateer critiques media framing of Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis’ involvement in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative, covering local politics, city officials, affordable housing, and media narratives for Western Montana News.
Missoula Legalizes Public Camping as Supreme Court Permits Bans
Missoula City Council legalized public camping just days before the Supreme Court ruled that cities can ban the practice, sparking debate on public safety policies.
Why My Ellie Boldman Problem Is Your Ellie Boldman Problem
In his weekly op-ed, Travis Mateer offers a candid profile and his personal experiences with Montana transplant politico Senator Ellie Boldman. Explore the controversies and key events shaping her influence in Missoula’s political landscape.
Am I Broken Windows Or Am I An Opportunity?
Travis Mateer discusses the challenges of “urban crisis camping” in Missoula, sharing real experiences, interactions with law enforcement, and the impact of the Broken Windows theory.
Montana’s Electoral Battleground: What to Expect in 2024
Explore the 2024 electoral landscape of Montana, a key battleground state with 4 electoral votes. Dive into an analysis of past elections, demographic shifts, and predictions for the upcoming presidential race.
The Capricious Nature of Speed Limits
In his latest op-ed, Roger Mitchell explores Blue Mountain Road as an unlikely bypass with scenic obstacles, speed nags, and nanny state controls, highlighting the frustrations of navigating Missoula’s backroads.
What Kind of Homeless Will I Be?
I used to have a respected position in this Missoula community describing what the various sub-populations of “the homeless” were like, and the different approaches needed to address the unique challenges they presented. I wonder, what would THAT Travis think of me now?