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Regional Population Loss ‘Metastasizes’ in the Last Decade
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The overwhelming population growth story of the past 50 years has been the increasing concentration of people in large central cities and their suburbs. At the same time, growth has slowed in rural America and in smaller cities.
For many parts of the country, this has meant long-term declines in population.
But there are bright lights in rural Montana. Are there other examples we can post and promote? What are Montana’s rural communities doing to attract new residents and companies?
Changing the trajectory: High-tech high school in tiny Winifred, Montana is philanthropist’s latest $40 Million gift to his hometown
“Basically, I believe that my success in life is contingent not only upon what I have done, but what people have done for me, and what institutions have done for me,” he said. “And wherever I’ve lived I’ve received some virtue.”
Prize-winning business idea from Rapelje, Montana students brings drone exhibition to town
“Our goal for the Drone and Data Exhibition was to demonstrate how business and education can partner on work-based learning opportunities that develop in demand workforce readiness skills; and support the career technical education (CTE) that our students need for success in the information age.”
Survey finds quality of life brings businesses to Montana, keeps them here
A survey of Montana businesses conducted by the University of Montana’s Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research found the quality of life in Montana is a driving factor for why business owners start, relocate or keep their businesses in the state.
Remote workers are being paid $20,000 to relocate to America’s small towns
For towns and counties, it’s well worth forking out money to diversify their populations and boost their economies. New residents patronize local restaurants and stores, pay taxes, enroll their kids in schools and may volunteer or immerse themselves in civic activities.
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