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Made in Montana Monthly: Holiday Edition

Welcome to the holiday season. Are you ready? Here’s a simple checklist to help your business shine. 

Montana Career Opportunities – Surveyor, Utility Manager, Internship IT Computer Support Help Desk and more… – Montana Department of Transportation

We work with communities to deliver custom transportation solutions. The work we do has a direct impact on our community and the quality of life here in Montana.

Tax Credits for Renewables Get Another Shot in Congress

House Democrats unveiled draft legislation this week that would extend tax credits for for solar and wind developers.

Missoula council members seek sales tax option

Of all those conversations, I’d say only two to three did not include property taxes. So I think that’s a pretty good survey that Missoulians are worried about it.”

Montana Lowdown Podcast Episode 45 — Redistricting researcher Peter Miller on Montana’s chances for a second congressional seat

Billings native Dr. Peter Miller says chances are good that Montana will gain a second U.S. congressional seat following the 2020 Census.

Should the internet be a public utility? Hundreds of cities are saying yes

Local governments can push back against the corporate power of ISPs by building their own broadband networks.

Making the grade: Why aren’t Montana students improving on standardized testing?

A closer look at test results and questions for state education officials on how to improve

Helena business threatens to sue city for delaying fiber-optic project

“For more than two years, the City refused to provide any standards to TSI&T and interfered with TSI&T’s ability to conduct its business causing significant financial damages,” the complaint states.

Elected Officials Love When Their Economic Developers Do This

Whether true or not, there is a common perception among a portion of local businesses that economic development is a benefit for companies outside of the community and that economic development efforts are primarily focused on recruiting these out-of-town corporations.

John Oliver takes an eye-opening look at the U.S. Census

John Oliver discusses the census, why it matters, and the consequences of an undercount.