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Even College Students Are Getting Lonely By Not Hanging Out

A UCLA study shows college seniors spend less time socializing and more students report loneliness. Universities are trying new strategies to boost in-person interactions and improve campus culture.

Why We Need to Rethink Disability – Guy Kawasaki Podcast

…what can happen when people stop asking whether something is possible and start asking how they can make it accessible.

Black Eagle, Montana Wants to Survive But Who Will Carry the Torch?

The EPA began removing contaminated soil from hundreds of homes in 2024, while infrastructure upgrades continue with millions invested in water and sewer systems. Community leaders worry about younger residents leaving, threatening the town’s future cohesion.

There’s a Free Way to Gauge Childhood Development. Why Isn’t It Used More?

Nationally, only 36 percent of parents report having completed a developmental screener recently. “I have told people: ‘Get checked out. It’s free, and they figure out things you might not realize,’” Ms. Gregory said.

McDonald’s Franchise Cuts $35,000 Monthly in Missed Shift Costs with Escalate

A new app providing transportation and childcare support helped reduce absenteeism and improve retention at seven McDonald’s locations. Montana businesses may find similar solutions beneficial for their workforce challenges.

Climate Change Quadruples Snow Drought Risk in Western U.S. – Montana State University Researchers

Researchers from Montana State University found that severe snow droughts are now over four times more likely due to human-caused warming. This shift threatens regional water supplies and calls for urgent adaptation and emission reduction efforts.

Microsoft and LinkedIn just analyzed the future of work and AI. It all points to one key skill set

The future belongs to leaders who stay human.

Data center industry PR efforts are intensifying even as public opposition surges.

The Data Center Coalition has increased advertising and economic reports to defend expansion amid rising resistance in states like North Carolina and Texas. Despite transparency efforts and audits, skepticism remains about addressing energy and community concerns.

Can Baby Boomers Really Trust Their Trustees With $124 Trillion In Wealth Transfers

Trust & Will’s 2026 report reveals many lack proper estate documents, risking costly disputes. Experts advise clear communication and careful trustee selection to prevent family conflicts and legal battles.

Slow Bets – Singles and Doubles – Twenty years of nothing impressive – Mario Schulzke

It feels to me the world is obsessed with home runs.

Great Falls Development Alliance Top Ten for 8/16/26

Allegiant Air is bringing back direct flights connecting Great Falls with Las Vegas beginning March 5, 2027. KRTV ran a great story about 406 Arena in Vaughn. Montana was ranked the 3rd Most Outdoorsy State in a study by REezy; see Travel & Leisure. The new VA Clinic opened in Lewistown, nearly doubling the space in the old facility; see KRTV.

How to stay calm when you’re stressed

“When stress rises, most people do not suddenly become someone different. They often become more intensely who they are or were rather than who they are working on becoming. Old habits, protective behaviors, and familiar patterns tend to reappear, sometimes before we even realize it is happening.”

County Climate Plan Saves Six Dollars Per Dollar Invested

The County Climate Justice Plan focuses on prevention and community input, promising significant cost savings. This shift toward localized, grassroots climate resilience offers a model that could inspire similar efforts in Montana’s rural communities.

Missoula Neighbors Lead Accessibility Audit on West Broadway

Residents and city planners collaborated to assess sidewalks and safety along West Broadway. Their findings will guide future repairs and improvements to better serve all community members.

New UM President Dr. Jeremiah Shinn to Address Community at State of the University – 8/21 – Montana Theatre

Shinn took the University’s helm on July 1 as UM’s 20th president. He joined UM after a successful tenure as the interim president of Boise State University, where he led efforts to enhance student engagement, strengthen campus partnerships and expand access to affordable education opportunities for students.

Career Opportunities at Northwestern Energy – Your Future May Be Here

Manager Environmental Permitting Northwestern Energy – Butte Read the full job description:  CLICK HERE! Planning Engineer Northwestern Energy – Billings Read the full job description:  CLICK HERE! Estimator Northwestern Energy – Read the full job description:  CLICK HERE! Customer Associate…

Montana Ambassadors Seattle Speaker Series: Aerospace in Montana – 10/8

The Montana Ambassadors is a volunteer, not-for-profit, and non-partisan association made up of passionate people dedicated to living and doing business in Montana. Our members act as official Ambassadors of the State of Montana, both in and out of state. Ambassadors are leaders across all industries committed to furthering the best interests of Montana.

A.I. Companies are trying to capture the brains of American’s students

Google’s drive to increase student access to its A.I. tools ramps up a longstanding battle among tech giants like Apple, Google and Microsoft to capture classrooms and secure students as long-term customers.

The real purpose of leadership is to create opportunity

The goal should be to expand access to possibilities

New Snow Eater Heat Waves Threaten Western Snowpack

Scientists have identified ‘snow eaters,’ heat waves that rapidly melt snowpack earlier in the year. This shift could impact water resources and seasonal planning for Montana businesses.

Headwaters Tech Hub August Newsletter

This year we’re highlighting how the technologies we build bring benefits across industry sectors. We’ll kick off the summit with a tech demo day at Lubrecht Forest. Our conference will feature an industry panel building innovative solutions to “wicked” problems, and breakout sessions focused on resiliency in entrepreneurship and expanding onramps into the tech workforce.

University of Montana Office of Research and Creative Scholarship Newsletter

Traditionally, Vision has included a “Student Spotlight” section which highlights great work by our undergraduate and graduate researchers. If you know of such students, please send us your ideas.

University of Montana Opens Thrift Store – The Loop @ Lommasson – to Cut Student Costs During Dorm Move-In

The Loop @ Lommasson offers affordable used dorm essentials during move-in week, helping students save money and reduce waste. This initiative encourages reuse and sustainability within the campus community.

Is your university capturing your skills and experiences to increase the value of your resume?

How employers will use the new document remains to be seen, but for students, the true value may be learning how to sell their real-life skills to employers.

San Diego State intergenerational housing project will bring 250 homes for older adults to campus

San Diego State and other universities are building on-campus housing for alumni, retired faculty, and so many others in a win-win-win endeavor. Both young and old benefit through interactions and some older residents find it worthwhile to leave their wealth to the U.

Great Falls, Montana Data Center Task Force Meeting – 8/26

Please join us for the fifth Data Center Task Force meeting featuring Bob Morris.

Missoula, Montana’s Hellgate Elementary opens new on-site childcare facility for staff – It also has an Early Childhood Program for children ages 3-5 with special needs

“We have an amazing number of staff members who have had children, and it’s just really challenging to find childcare in Missoula,” said superintendent Molly Blakely.

Montana Career Opportunity – Construction Superintendent – Contract – $40/hour

Construction Superintendent – Contract Work Pay: $40.00 per hour Job Type: Contract | Approx. 2-Month Project Location: Helena, MT Schedule: Full-Time | Project-Based Hours | Project-Dependent Hours Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee…

Montana Career Opportunity – Vice President of Financial Retail Services

Executive Leadership Opportunity | Montana-Based Credit Union Position Summary The Vice President of Retail Services is a strategic and transformational leader responsible for the overall direction, performance, and operational excellence of the Credit Union’s retail…

Illinois Gets Power From 60 Rooftop Solar Projects on Public Storage Facilities

Illinois is transforming commercial rooftops into solar power hubs with 60 projects underway, leveraging state incentives and utility programs. These initiatives promise significant economic benefits and job creation while advancing clean energy goals.

HVN August Monthly Meet-up: Speaker Highlight: Matthew Frank, Co-founder & Publisher at The Pulp – 8/20 – Missoula

Matthew Frank is the co-founder and publisher of The Pulp, an independent nonprofit news organization covering Missoula and western Montana, which won LION Publishers’ New Business of the Year award in 2024.

Can A.I. Get You Where You Want to Go for Less?

A wave of new services uses A.I. to monitor flights and hotel reservations to help you find lower prices. We look at how these tools work.

GFDA Top Ten for 8/11/26

Our Great Falls Regional APEX assisted 16 clients this week as they pursued government contracting opportunities. For businesses looking to streamline the search process, a customized Bid Match profile may be the right solution.

Helena Advances Long Range Transportation Plan Amid Growth

The Greater Helena Metropolitan Planning Organization is finalizing a plan to improve safety, traffic flow, and transit options amid a population surge of about one-third since 2000. Public input remains key as the city addresses increased demand on its roadways and infrastructure.

Switching Earlier from a Gas Powered Vehicle to An Electric Vehicle Cuts Carbon Emissions by Over Half

A study shows retiring gasoline cars early and switching to electric vehicles reduces emissions by up to 58 percent over 16 years.

Prospera Navigator 2026 Events and Trainings

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Colorado-Wyoming Passenger Rail Can Happen If Cheyenne Provides Funding Support

Leaders of a project to provide passenger rail service between Colorado and Wyoming say it can happen if Cheyenne does its part with funding support approved by voters. “If we can go to Mars, we can go 45 miles from Cheyenne to Fort Collins,” said one supporter.

Mapping it out: Montana’s onX tool connects all Americans to free public land comment opportunities

As ownership and use of public lands continue to be debated in the legislature and media, the Public Land Comment Hub provides a centralized resource for users to identify and submit feedback to federal agencies.

“Eons” – University of Montana fossil collections manager hosts new season of PBS series about Pangea and life on earth before dinosaurs

Just before the Age of Dinosaurs, life was thriving on the supercontinent of Pangea. But dark times were ahead: the biggest mass extinction ever, The Great Dying.

Private Equity Firms Are Sitting on Nearly 34,000 Unsold Companies. That Pileup Is Getting Worse

Amid high interest rates and an AI boom, PE is struggling to sell. Small business owners could suffer as a result.