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Survey finds quality of life brings businesses to Montana, keeps them here

April 25, 2021/

Scene from “Cowboys” movie set in Montana, featuring actors Sasha Knight and Steve Zahn. Courtesy photo.

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.

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