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We Used to Build Some of the Best Streets in the World. Then We Made It Illegal But Your Community Can Change That.

The most walked, most photographed, most economically resilient, most sought-after urban neighborhoods in America — the ones that command the highest rents and the most passionate preservation fights — were almost entirely built in the hundred years between roughly 1840 and 1940.

August News for Montana Nonprofits

MNA is asking members to sign a letter to our federal delegation, urging them to protect nonprofits from federal funding delays and disruptions.

Amtrak Plans Major Restructure by dividing the company into three distinct businesses to Boost Performance by 2027

Amtrak will split into three businesses focusing on passenger services, infrastructure, and fleet management to address safety and investment challenges. A detailed plan is expected by December following public feedback and extensive study.

Wayve and Uber Launch AI Robotaxis in London with Human Supervisors

Wayve and Uber received licences to operate AI-driven robotaxis in London, using Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles with human supervisors onboard. Early rides this summer will gather feedback before a full public launch, highlighting a shift in urban ride services.

AMERICAN PRAIRIE ASKS FEDERAL COURT TO HALT BLM’S UNPRECEDENTED REVOCATION OF BISON GRAZING PERMITS

The filing asks the court to preserve the status quo while it considers the legality of the agency’s unprecedented decision, which reversed decades of settled federal practice recognizing bison as eligible livestock under federal grazing law.

“There is not a fire department in the U.S. that can handle a wind-driven event this size,” said Spokane Assistant Fire Chief Lance Dahl

“You’ve got somebody in a suit in an office who’s never fought fires saying you’ve got to go direct attack.”

“The Future of AI” Conference – 10/1-2 – Montana State University

The event will feature MSU experts and guest speakers from across the nation to address topics including the modes of research and creative work that are possible with AI, how AI will affect the transmission and preservation of human knowledge, whether AI will be a reliable source of knowledge and whether AI poses a threat to having an informed citizenry.

Eight States Divert Rural Health Funds to Tech Startups

The Rural Tech Catalyst Fund reallocates 10% of rural health funds to support healthcare technology startups, sparking debate over the balance between innovation and traditional services. Montana may face similar challenges in integrating tech solutions while preserving essential local care.

GFDA Top Ten for 8/2/26

Touro University will launch its new Montana law school with the first class in Great Falls in the fall of 2027. The unique law school is designed for students working full time.

There’s a word for how we treat working moms—and you probably havent heard it

Read on to understand what the U.S. could learn from the way Japan treats working mothers—and how we could actually help women stay in the workforce after they have children.