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To Reduce Polarization, Modernize Federal Rural Policy

The federal government’s approach to rural policy is a crazy quilt of more than 400 programs and 14 legislative committees. Could we do better by rural America if we looked at the big picture?

Senator Tester Announces $125 Million Investment in Rural Broadband in Montana

Tester: “Now it’s time to roll up our sleeves and make sure these resources are deployed quickly and effectively, and ensure no Montanan is left behind.”

Senator Jon Tester to Congressional Leadership: Prioritize Funding for Primary Care Physicians in Underserved Communities

U.S. Senator Jon Tester is doubling down on his efforts to ensure primary care physicians serving at Teaching Health Centers (THCs) across the country have the support they need to continue on-the-job training before critical funding runs dry on December 11th, 2020.

Mayors: How COVID Changed the Future of Their Cities

“This year, while we still hear glimmers of optimism, their pessimism in the face of a once-in-a-century pandemic is palpable,”

Streetsmart – Integrating Climate Protection, Public Health, and Equity Into Planning

The beta version of a comprehensive new evidence-based platform called Streetsmart helps policy makers, planners, and advocates make the case for healthy, inclusive, and sustainable transportation investments.

Billings Gazette opinion: It’s time to face reality and do what’s right

We understand that both Governor-elect and U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte and Sen. Steve Daines are Trump Republicans. They are loyal. They have won their 2020 elections while sticking close to President Trump’s policies and pronouncements. Close is actually an understatement.

Gov.-elect Gianforte says COVID trends ‘alarming,’ pandemic response will be 1st priority. What did he say 3 months ago?

“When I’m in the Capitol, I’m going to be wearing a mask,” Gianforte said. “I encourage other people to do that as well. I think it shows respect and concern.”

Kalispell High-Performance Electric Motor Manufacturer Burgi Engineers Receives Montana Exporter of the Year Award – Career Opportunities

Burgi Engineers, which has been in business since 2002, designs and manufactures high-performance electric motors, high-speed gearboxes and rotating machinery test stands for customers worldwide, primarily in the automotive and aerospace industries.

In Montana, Land Transfer Threatens the American Rancher’s Way of Life

Ranchers in the west have been struggling for decades. Now a new threat looms: public land might be taken away from them.

Bozeman looks to revamp public involvement in city decision-making

Commissioner Wallner said the initiative, which is still a work in progress, is intended to address a common complaint he hears from Bozeman residents: The city’s community feedback efforts are insufficient.

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