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HUD Unveils Next Generation Manufactured Housing Action Plan to Modernize 50-Year-Old Code
The elimination of the permanent chassis requirement represents a significant change to the federal manufactured housing framework. HUD officials said it could allow manufacturers and builders to explore housing designs that more closely resemble other forms of residential construction while retaining the advantages of factory production.
Montana is one of the 10 weakest economies by real GDP growth in Q2
Montana’s real GDP grew by an annualized rate of 0.1% in Q2 2026, down from 1.1% in Q1 2026, placing it among the 10 weakest state economies in the country according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) via the St. Louis Fed (FRED)
Missoula Economic Partnership’s annual meeting highlights Missoula’s resilient economy
The highlight of the gathering was tied to the keynote speaker, Erick Garcia-Luna, regional economist for the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, who spoke about the economic resilience of Missoula. View the story for his presentation slides
Great Falls Proposing to Host Annual Ironman Races Starting 2027
The Great Falls Tourism Business Improvement District proposes hosting Ironman triathlons for three consecutive years, pending city approval. This initiative could reshape the city’s tourism strategy and bring significant economic benefits.
Electric Vehicles Could Power Grids During Peak Demand
European trials show parked EVs returning energy to grids using bidirectional charging technology. Montana businesses may benefit from this innovation despite unique local challenges.
Headwaters Tech Hub Leadership Transition
I am honored to step into the role of Interim Regional Innovation Officer, and I want to start by thanking Tim VanReken for his great leadership and service to Montana.
EU Proposal Could Help Cities Restrict Short-Term Rentals
The European Commission is proposing a framework to help tourist cities restrict short-term rentals where they can show a sustained impact on housing affordability, potentially easing overtourism.
Big Sky 55+ – You’re Invited to our Fall Conference! “Gathering Wisdom, Building Power: United We Stand” – 11/17 – Missoula, Montana
A one-day conference in Missoula, Montana to celebrate intergenerational power, hone our truth-seeking skills, and level up on the issues that will be decided in Montana’s 2027 Legislative session.
The Montana Towns Losing The Biggest Share Of Their Population
People keep moving to Montana, but that doesn’t mean every Montana town is growing. In fact, there are plenty of communities going in the opposite direction, with some losing a surprisingly large share of their population from one year to the next.




