Our Viewpoint: Know the source of your information

It seems that some people are taking the threat of COVID-19 seriously, and others are fixated on conspiracy theories of the disease not being real, masks not being effective. In Montana, we're pretty independent and it's hard to have people telling you when you can go out in public, telling you to wear a mask and how much toilet paper you can buy.

Conspiracy theories and the spread of misinformation is overwhelming, to say the least. It's hard to know which sources to trust.

Our coverage in The Ledger is based on facts. We seek out sources through local health providers or county officials when we report on COVID-related issues. We work hard to make sure we are providing the most relevant information to our readers. As journalists, we are held to standards and ethics you don't find on social media.

COVID-19 is not a conspiracy. People are getting sick. People are dying. We all have to keep doing our part to protect ourselves, our families and the people with whom we come in contact. It seems some people won't take the disease seriously until they know someone who gets it or gets seriously ill.

Inform yourselves with the facts, protect yourselves and keep doing your part.