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Commerce Awards More Than $4 Million of Grant Funding to Construct and Rehabilitate Affordable Homes in Montana

“The health and well-being of Montanans and our communities rely on access to affordable, attainable housing. Projects like these will help meet the housing needs of Montana’s seniors and those living with disabilities, all while supporting our economy with good-paying jobs,” said Paul Green, Director of the Montana Department of Commerce.

City of Missoula considers Missoula Economic Partnership contract boost to support economic goals

“I’d like to start the next three fiscal years with (MEP) having more resources,” said MRA board member Melanie Brock. “We already know they’re doing extra work for less money. The private sector is stepping up with more money. I think it’s time for the public sector to step up.”

Quality of life in Montana down, according to survey Montana Public Radio

In the most recent poll, more than 60% of voters reported a decline in their quality of life over the last five years.

Where are people from Montana moving to?

States people from Montana are moving to the most using data from the Census Bureau.

Is This Great Montana Town The Most Remote In America?

TikTok user True Story Docs believes the most remote town in the continental United States is a place in Northeast Montana.

Smartwatch AI predicts atrial fibrillation 30 minutes before it arrives

With plans for it to be incorporated into a smartphone so it can analyze data from a smartwatch, the model would act as an early warning system.

Explore Missoula’s Rich History With Unseen Missoula’s Guided Walking Tours Running Weekly Through September

Unseen Missoula presents four tours, each unveiling a distinct facet of the city’s colorful past: Basements & Back Alleys, Hotels & Hooligans, Carnal Enterprises, and Lower Rattlesnake & Greenough Park.

SAVE THE DATE: Wilderness Act 60th Anniversary Celebration this September 13-15! – Lochsa River

The three-day educational event is open to the public, and will feature inspirational speakers, group discussions, live music, food, and more. A special thank you to the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation for their generous support of this grassroots Wilderness gathering!

Re-MOO-able energy: Brookings facility using natural gas from cattle manure is first of several planned by Northwestern Energy

“We’re planning to add about five more of these projects by 2025, allowing us to serve about two-thirds of our South Dakota customers,” said NorthWestern Energy CEO Brian Bird.

Montana Economic Developers Association 2024 Spring Conference – 4/23-25 – Red Lodge

We are excited to the host the MEDA Spring Conference in Red Lodge, Montana from April 23rd – 25th.

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