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3-D Printing Grows Beyond Its Novelty Roots

With the technology improving and costs falling, 3-D printing could be poised to play a major role in manufacturing.

FCC authorizes SpaceX to bring Starlink internet to airplanes, ships, and more

From now on, people will always be reachable.

“The State with the Best Internet Wins!” – U.S. states with the fastest internet

The COVID-19 pandemic brought into focus an indisputable fact: access to quality internet service is key to full participation in society and the economy. But inequitable access to high-speed internet has been an issue for much longer than the last two years. Policymakers and business leaders—especially those from low-income and rural communities—have long advocated for increased investment in broadband infrastructure to unlock greater economic opportunities in underprivileged areas.

Seattle’s Alliance of Angels aims to get deals done faster with new fund

The new fund is sector agnostic, with about 70% of investments expected to go toward Pacific Northwest companies.

Department of Commerce Welcomes Relocating, Expanding Businesses to Montana

“As the leading economic development entity in our state, the Montana Department of Commerce is focused on building strong partnerships with companies considering expansion and location in Montana,” said Commerce Director Scott Osterman.

Great Falls, Montana now a major center of biodiesel development

Montana farmers are well acquainted with oilseed production. Crops like canola, flaxseed and safflower are widely grown across the state, harvested and processed to produce cooking oils for human consumption. However, a different oilseed crop, camelina, is making new inroads into Montana agriculture – not as a food crop, but as a source of renewable diesel fuel.

Red Ants Pants Foundation – Exciting News! 2022 Community Grant Recipients Announced

To date, the Foundation has granted over $130,000 to nearly 100 entities across nearly every corner of Montana!!

Great Falls Economic Development Top 10 for 6-28-22

Here is our Top 14 for last week celebrating work and successes to grow and strengthen the Great Falls regional economy — Montana’s Golden Triangle. And, sharing business resources and skill-building opportunities to empower your success.

Annual Montana Tourism Grant Program Workshop July 13 and 27 – Online

For the upcoming annual application cycle, the Tourism Grant Program will host a virtual workshop on July 13th and again on July 27th providing an overview of the Program guidelines and timeline of the grant cycle, a review of the FY23 application, and an opportunity to answer questions about potential projects.

GFDA – Upcoming trainings: A Tool to Retain Employees, Profit Mastery, Becoming a Franchisee and more!

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