Montana Government, Politics, and Leadership

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Flathead Valley, Montana Firms Boost Safety and Efficiency with AI

Local businesses are adopting AI and automation to improve operations while addressing workforce concerns. Industry leaders highlight a shift that balances technology with human expertise and emphasizes retraining and safety.

CoBuild Summit October 20-22, 2026 UC Center, University of Montana, Missoula

Across three days, you’ll engage with educators, investors, founders, cooperative leaders and community builders — people doing the work of building a stronger, more self-reliant Montana. Whether you come with a plan, a question, or simply the drive to be part of something bigger, there’s a place for you here.

Montana Growth Through Agriculture Grant & Loan Program requesting proposals

“I strongly encourage producers, ag business owners, and those with innovative ideas to advance Montana agriculture to apply so we as an industry can continue to elevate our agricultural ecosystem and economy.”

GFDA Top Ten for 10/18/26

President Trump announced that Department of War is going to establish a new super range in Montana for testing advanced weapons and technologies, including potential autonomous weapons, space and electronic warfare technologies, supersonics and hypersonics. See Sen. Sheehy’s release regarding the range.

Trump funding cuts halt repairs, critical work at national parks

In August, the National Park Service halted funding for 133 projects across the country, claiming they don’t align with the administration’s priorities. Critics disagree and are scratching their heads.

Data centers are now the largest financial bet ($10 trillion) in US history raising concerns

Data center investment in the US is surging to nearly 4% of GDP, driven by AI expansion. This growth raises issues around tax revenue, energy demands, and housing displacement that states are beginning to address.

Trump announces new Montana ‘super range’ for DOD to test advanced military technology

Trump did not mention where the new range would be located in Montana, how much the project would cost, or when testing operations would start.

Why Workforce Training Looks Different in Rural Montana

The barriers are real, but so are the opportunities to think creatively about locally-rooted approaches.

The City Club Missoula Senate Debate has Been Canceled.

On Monday, Senate candidate Alani Bankhead decided to back out of her commitment to participate in Monday’s City Club Missoula Senate debate. On the same day, Kurt Alme officially declined our invitation to participate. After considering potential format changes, we have come to the difficult decision to cancel the event, as the absence of two of the top three polling candidates does not meet our standard for a viable, informative debate. 

How two cities balance economy and community needs on data centers

Colorado Springs Advances $3M Data Center Project with Strict Regulations