Montana Government, Politics, and Leadership

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406 Transfusion: Injecting youth into the care continuum

This dynamic two-day event brings together key partners to strengthen the Montana healthcare talent pipeline through creative solutions and career-connected learning.

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National park ranger quits, tours visitor centers to fight Trump censorship

She’s committed to fighting censorship across the National Park Service by talking about what the Donald Trump administration has omitted.

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Flathead Valley Food Banks Face Rising Demand Because of SNAP Cuts

Food banks in Flathead, North Valley, and Bigfork report increased visits as SNAP recipients are kicked off the roles due to new work requirements and paperwork. Rising food and gas prices, along with funding losses, are adding to the challenges these organizations face.

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California Hits 51 Percent Solar Power for Entire Month

In May, solar panels generated over half of California’s electricity, marking a major shift in energy production. This milestone was enabled by a dramatic increase in battery storage capacity that allows solar power use even after sunset.

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Judge Certifies Price-Fixing Lawsuit Against Major Meatpackers

A federal judge approved a class-action suit accusing four meatpackers of manipulating cattle and beef prices from 2015 to 2020. Montana ranchers and policymakers are watching closely as the case could impact the state’s beef market and industry consolidation.

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National Parks Traveler Shuts Down After 21 Years of Coverage Due to Trump Pressures and Media Struggles

If properly appreciated, National parks, he said, “are so important in helping people reconnect with themselves, with forgetting about checking their email, checking their texts.” And that’s only the beginning of their value. With high burnout and low morale, he believes the park service is in danger of lasting. And because the agency has drastically scaled back communications, trying to report on it is very frustrating. It got so bad that Traveler reporters couldn’t even secure interviews on stories of park service successes, he said.

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Over Half of Missoula Renters Struggle with Housing Costs

A recent survey shows 53% of Missoula renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, with rising rents and limited tenant protections worsening instability. Local advocates are pushing for stronger protections and innovative solutions to address these challenges.

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For four years, one of the best marketers on earth grew almost entirely by charging more. That just stopped working.

People are still buying, but they won’t keep paying more just because the label is familiar.

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“Look Ma- No Steering Wheel or Pedals” – Zoox Wins First Federal Approval for Driverless Robotaxis

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration authorized Zoox to operate up to 2,500 fully driverless robotaxis annually. This landmark approval allows Zoox to charge for rides starting in Las Vegas while meeting strict safety reporting requirements.

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