# Rural Route July 10, 2026 Shane Eaton is back to explain how MACO controls County level policy makers.

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Podcast: [Trent Loos Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/trent-loos-podcast-520974)
Published: 2026-07-10T11:04:01+00:00
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Rural Route: Local Control, Property Rights, and Standing Up for Rural Communities This week on Rural Route, Trent Loos is joined by Shane Eaton from Terry, Montana, for an in-depth discussion on the growing tensions between local governments, landowners, and corporate interests. Shane explains…

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