Articles written by Chris Richter

Chris Richter, For the Courier

Local law enforcement and the Montana Highway Patrol are increasing their presence and patrols during the Labor Day weekend Montana has the highest share of alcohol-related traffic deaths in the U.S. at 45%. In 2021, 63% of all fatalities were the result of impaired driving To ensure the safety of communities across Montana, law enforcement encourages residents to make a plan to get a sober ride home before they start drinking and celebrating during the Labor Day weekend Labor Day marks the end of the “100 Deadliest Days,” the period where mos...