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Companies that kept DEI policies doing better than those that didn’t

Research shows companies that stood by their diversity programs performed just as well as—or better than—those that folded under political pressure.

Montana Could Suffer Lasting Impacts Due to U.S. and Canada trade dispute

Canada is by far Montana’s largest international trade partner. Last year, Montana exported around $2.1 billion in goods worldwide. Around half of that went to Canada, mostly agricultural, chemical, energy, and mineral products.

Bozeman, Montana Asks Community to Help Find Housing for Teachers

The City of Bozeman Community Housing Program makes more housing options possible for the people who live, work, study, and contribute to Bozeman.

California Law Eases Access to Affordable Balcony Solar Panels

Balcony solar is thriving in Europe — in Germany more than 4 million systems have been installed. Efforts to ease their deployment are gathering steam in other countries. This move could serve as a model for other states managing rising utility rates and climate challenges.

Flathead Reservation Pilot to Fight Homelessness Through Housing Development

A collaborative effort renovated a tribally owned home to house individuals focused on recovery and workforce enhancement. This pilot program combines housing development with supportive services to address the growing housing shortage on the reservation.

Montana Pushes to Restore Passenger Rail by 2030s – Greater Northwest Rail Summit in Helena

Montana transportation officials and local governments are working to reconnect major cities via the old Hiawatha rail route. The project aims to enhance connectivity and boost economic benefits.

There’s a place for roads. There’s a place for ATVs. It’s just not everywhere, it’s not all the time, and it’s certainly not everywhere all the time. 

Building more roads, along with the “expanded opportunities” touted by the administration in removing barriers to off-road travel, will come at a grave cost: the loss of future hunting opportunity — and not just our backcountry opportunity, but all hunting opportunity across U.S. Forest Service lands.

A New Study Proves Jamie Dimon Is Wrong Yet Again About Remote Work

New data from a University of Colorado Boulder study found that remote workers had the highest level of well-being.

Missoula schools partner with organizations to provide affordable after-school care

For parents on a budget, there are options that won’t break the bank. Some elementary schools partner with local programs to give kids fun, safe and affordable care.

US fossil fuel lobbyists represent hundreds of cities fighting for climate damages

Congressional lobbyists working for fossil fuel firms that are exacerbating the climate crisis are simultaneously representing more than 300 local governments raising funding to recover from climate damage, according to a new analysis.