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Planners urge County to approve special district changes

Planners urge County to approve special district changes

The county’s Planning and Zoning Commission on Thursday unanimously advised County Commissioners — who all sit on the commission — to approve proposed changes to East Helena’s Special Zoning District (SZD) 43, despite vocal opposition from area residents.  “They completely missed the mark on this,” Rep. Jill Cohenour (D-HD 83), who lives just outside the […]

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JC Monitor - April 16, 2026
County moves to purchase health building

County moves to purchase health building

JC Monitor - April 16, 2026
Are schools falling short on mental health?

Are schools falling short on mental health?

JC Monitor - April 16, 2026