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Fallout maps show what could happen if America’s nuclear missile silos (many in Montana) were attacked
"I don't want to see Montana get nuked. But if I had a choice between a bunch of cows and a handful of ranching families and Dover, Deleware, it's kind of a no-brainer." Bob
How Trump Is Dismantling America’s Scientific Research Machine
The system of federally funded science that helped make the United States a global superpower is under intense strain from Trump policies, jeopardizing the nation’s advantag
Montana’s Class Retriever – Support your student’s ability to stay on top of homework!
Tired of missing assignments? Support your student's ability to stay on top of homework!
BLDC October 2026 Newsletter
Butte Local Development Corporation (BLDC) nurtures entrepreneurship, fosters economic development, increases access to capital, and assists businesses moving to Butte, Montan
Meadowview Village Ribbon Cutting + Public Open House: Tour the First Completed Home 11/5 – Great Falls, Montana
Be among the first to tour the first completed Meadowview Village home. For the first time, the completed and fully furnished Meadowview Village home will open for public tour
Fall 2026 Veterans Seasonal Job Fair – 11/17 – Bozeman
The Veterans Seasonal Job Fair, hosted by Veterans Services and Career Services, connects Montana State University student veterans and military affiliated students with emplo
Climate Smart Missoula Helps Power Home ReSource with Ground-Mounted Solar Array
Home ReSource overcame funding and structural challenges to install a 60-kilowatt solar system using grants, tax credits, and local support. This project underscores the need
The Amazon rainforest, long known as the ‘lungs of our planet,’ now releases more carbon than it absorbs
Human activity, like deforestation, is turning the Amazon rainforest from a carbon sink into a carbon emitter.
406Jobs – Empowering Montanans to Close the Gap Between Good People and Good Jobs
The 406 JOBS initiative provides a strategy to promote pathways to work, empower workforce talent and address workforce challenges.
UM Foundation Crowdfunding You Can Help Support 14 University Programs Through Nov. 13.
The University of Montana Foundation's annual crowdfunding campaign invites donations to support diverse initiatives from student leadership to scientific research. This grass
Linking 15 Biological Computers Surpasses Conventional AI Performance
Australia’s Cortical Labs created HIVE, a network of 15 biological computers that significantly improves problem-solving and learning. This collective system outperformed in
Marks Lumber to close after 37 years in Clancy, Montana
Marks Lumber's closure marks the end of a long-time Clancy operation with deep ties to customers and the community.
Jetson Launches Fixed Price Heat Pump Water Heater with Installation Included
Their model is to own the entire process of heat pump installation, from quoting to procurement, to installation, to servicing and repairs. They also analyze data from their e
A New Online Tool Shows The State-By-State Payoff Of College Degrees – Montana is One of the Strongest
Montana has one of the strongest earnings premiums in the country.
Great Falls Montana’s University of Providence to Close in Great Falls by 2027
The University of Providence will shut down after losing an $8 million annual lifeline from the Providence health system. Despite restructuring efforts, the university could n
Why Narcissistic Leaders Don’t Like Remote Work
A new study from Wharton’s Adam Grant finds narcissism is the common denominator among CEOs who are most resistant to remote and hybrid work.
Cat-Griz Blood Battle returns – Please Give Blood to Help Save Lives
Donors can also receive a free Cat-Griz Blood Battle T-shirt while supplies last.
Don’t Abolish Business Schools. Make Them Accountable for Impact as well as Value
In response to a recent essay in The New York Times, Wharton Vice Dean Witold Henisz argues that business schools should prepare managers to evaluate both value creation and b
Saco, Montana The Tiny Town With Big Adventures
It’s surprising what even the smallest towns in Montana can offer, and Saco (population 159) is no exception.
Entrepreneurship is one of rural America’s greatest economic strengths. – Bozeman, Montana
This national analysis is paired with fieldwork in Bozeman, Montana, one of the highest-performing rural-rooted entrepreneurial economies in the United States, to explore how
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