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Why community is at the heart of every tech hub

Startups rarely succeed on their own.

Netherlands testing ‘self-healing’ roads that fix their own potholes

Small steel fibers in the roadway can be charged and heated to re-melt the bitumen binding the surface together, filling small cracks

60 Minutes – Ray Dalio says wealth inequality is a national emergency

The founder of the most successful hedge fund in the world says capitalism needs to be reformed and that the American dream is lost.

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Why free parking is bad for everyone

Recent studies have confirmed that fee parking cuts down on cruising time and traffic congestion.

Missoula becomes first city in Montana to commit to 100% renewable energy

The 100% renewable energy commitment means that by the year 2030, the county and city will be operating on 100% hydro, solar, and wind generated power…which makes Missoula a 100% clean and green energy city.

What can we learn from this thriving, car-free German neighborhood? Get rid of parking spaces

After 20 years of success, it could be a model for how we design future walkable neighborhoods.

Nontraditional Economic Incentives That Benefit Companies, Communities and the Workforce

This article examines how state and local jurisdictions are using creative, nontraditional economic incentives to attract companies while also helping their community and workforce along the way.

How Does Your Community Stack Up With These? – Vote in the Strongest Town Semifinals: Our Top 4 Contestants Square Off

Sixteen contestants from all across North America have showcased their efforts to promote bottom-up incremental development, Strong Citizen participation, and enduring local financial strength and resilience.

Missoula County, Montana places moratorium on cryptocurrency mining; businesses fear losses

“Nobody disagrees, including myself and my client, that climate change is important. But this is not the way to do it. Doing so this way will only result in one thing, and that’s what I’m fearful of, and that’s a lawsuit.”

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