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Request for Volunteers for the $50,000 2026 University of Montana Ruffatto Startup Challenge (Please Share!)
This year, we expect to receive 75-100 total submissions from student teams across the state. We would be absolutely thrilled if you might be able to serve as an evaluator, judge, and/or mentor for this upcoming 2026 competition.
How federal micromanagement by its “Leaders” is undermining Montana’s prairie revival by The American Prairie Reserve
It’s time to let the buffalo roam—and stop letting bureaucracy stand in the way.
The Wachholz Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (WIEC) at the Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell, Montana
We help entrepreneurs and innovators succeed in Northwest Montana.
Growing evidence points to link between autism and wildfire smoke
Two major studies have identified an alarming connection between exposure to wildfire smoke during pregnancy and higher rates of autism diagnoses in young children, a finding that carries serious implications for Montana where significant forest fires blanket communities in smoke almost every year.
Three donations totaling $3.5 million expand trades education at the Flathead Valley Community College Trades Institute
The gifts — $3 million from Gil and Joyce Lynch, $400,000 from Bill and Sue Schottelkorb, and $100,000 from Mike Kartsonis — will fund the first phase of facility expansion and renovations, as well as student scholarships in the trades.
Missoula’s Targeted Economic Development District Workforce Housing Program Guidelines
The purpose of Missoula County’s Targeted Economic Development Districts (TEDDs) is to use tax increment financing (TIF) to build public infrastructure that encourages economic development within the boundaries of those districts (e.g., industry, manufacturing, tourism, recreation, etc.).
Data centers and Montana’s energy future – Northwestern Energy
Data centers bring new jobs, tax revenue and long-term investment to towns and cities.
Nominations are now open for the Fire Within 2026!
We are looking for women who:
Have started or purchased and are running a business in North Central Montana.
Have been in business over one year.
Who are impacting our region with their goods and services.
Submitting is easy. We want their name, business name, email, phone, and for you to tell us why you believe they should receive the Fire Within Award. You can nominate yourself! All submissions must be made prior to March 31.
Montana Department of Commerce Weekly Roundup – Volume 3, Issue 6
The Weekly Roundup is a summary of events, news and information important to Commerce’s constituents this week. Click on any topic for more information.
Montana State announces record spring enrollment of 16,373 students
“Montana State’s a special place for a lot of reasons, and the biggest reason of all is our students,” said MSU President Brock Tessman. “They have chosen MSU, and in return everyone at MSU is proud to do everything we can to help our students achieve their educational and career goals.”