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New nation, new ideas: A study finds immigrants out-innovate native-born Americans

Today, around a quarter of all workers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields are immigrants.

Why people like me left California to pursue the American Dream in Montana

Like many other former Californians who have made the trek out of the Golden State since the start of the pandemic, we left our home in pursuit of the American Dream along what I call the “Zoom Trail” — the routes opened by remote work and COVID-induced restlessness.

Not Even The Billionaire Kardashians Can Keep The Idaho Housing Bubble From Popping

TMZ has dubbed it “North Hollywood.” The billionaire Kardashian clan makes frequent visits, as do other celebrities like Justin Bieber, Mark Wahlberg and Harry Styles.

Idaho National Laboratory projections point to continued growth, high demand for top talent

INL’s work has helped drive Idaho’s economy, and the lab’s continued growth has a positive impact on the state’s economic development.

Kevin Costner hosts series exploring Yellowstone at 150 years old – “Yellowstone One-Fifty” – November 20.

The four one-hour episodes premier with the first one broadcast on Sunday, Nov. 20. The other segments will be released consecutively on the platform throughout its debut week.

Rural Teacher Corps Focuses On Training, Attracting Teachers To Rural Settings

The program brings together future teachers In rural areas through training, meetings, and community. 

Two Idaho Towns Make America’s Most Beautiful Small Towns List

We want to believe that it was local celeb, Aaron Paul, that introduced Architectural Digest to just how wonderful one of our favorite small Idaho towns is!

Suddenly, Nobody Wants to Live in Idaho

Arrivals have been running at more than three to one of the departures, but the site now claims the difference is no more than a couple of dozen newcomers for every 100 people leaving. 

The Next Silicon Valley Will Be in the US Heartland

Steve Case, founder of AOL, predicts the dominance of tech companies on the coasts will give way to a flourishing of startups from smaller cities.

For sale: God, guns and separatism in the American Redoubt in Montana and Idaho

In a preparation checklist, Rawles recommends that new arrivals to the American Redoubt sell or donate extravagances like jewelry and televisions, research the geography and microclimates of their new settlement, and “bring your guns.”

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Big Sky EDA- Building Businesses and Creating Jobs in the Greater Billings, Montana area

Great Falls trade area. Competitive for food, ag, bioprocessing, energy, and support. Closest U.S. metro area to Calgary. Untame Your Entrepreneurial Spirit!

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