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Together we can help Jefferson County, Montana grow
The BLDC, for example, recently worked with Highlands College of Montana Tech to develop a training curriculum for solar manufacturing and partnered with Missoula-based ClearSky Climate Solutions to identify and secure a suitable industrial site. Instead of asking “why,” Butte’s response to new ideas seems to be “how can we make this work?” That’s a powerful mindset – and one I believe Jefferson County is ready to embrace.
Montana World Quantum Week Recap
2025 is the International Year of Quantum, and April 14 was World Quantum Day. Throughout that week, QCORE’s Education and Workforce Development Team engaged with communities across Montana to spread awareness of quantum technologies and QCORE’s role in these emerging areas.
Small Montana towns fret about potential cuts to Essential Air Service
Federal spending cuts could be coming to rural airports across the country, with a national program utilized by seven Montana airports facing a $300 million downturn.
Montana new business registrations hit record high in April
For lower taxes you can register a vehicle or RV in Montana without living there by forming a Montana LLC and registering the vehicle under the LLC
Google launches AI startup fund offering access to new models and tools
Eligible startups will get Google investment, early access to AI models and hands-on support from Google employees.
Montana’s Conduit Bond Financing Options Expanded for Non-Profits, Businesses
“Conduit bonds play a vital role in driving economic development by enabling large-scale projects that provide substantial public benefits, such as healthcare and housing,” said MFFA Executive Director Adam Gill. “These investments not only create jobs and stimulate local economies but also enhance the overall quality of life for Montanans.”
Montana lawmakers create low-interest loan program for reopening shuttered sawmills
Supporters hope House Bill 876 will encourage investment at the site of the Seeley Lake sawmill that closed last year.
MT Chamber Hosting Federal Reserve Bank President Kashkari for Town Hall
The Montana Chamber Foundation will be hosting Neel Kashkari, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis for a town hall. President Kashkari will be in Helena on June 26 to deliver brief remarks and hear from the public and the business community about how the regional economy is faring.
15 lessons in leadership from the All Blacks
New Zealand’s national rugby team, the All Blacks, are the most successful professional sports franchise in history. They are undefeated in over 75% of their international matches over the last 100 years.