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Montana State receives $400,000 to help manufacturers develop resilient supply chains

“This is going to allow us to expand our work with Montana manufacturers to help them build supply chains that are more reliable because they’re based around other manufacturers like them in the U.S.,” West said. The effort could also open new market opportunities for Montana companies as they provide goods that other manufacturers in the U.S. need, she added.

2024 Montana Housing Partnership Conference – 5/18-22 – Missoula

Planning will begin early this fall, so mark your calendars for the conference dates and stay tuned for more information to come early next year.

The Vault – EPISODE 14 Podcast | Steve Arveschoug, Executive Director of Big Sky Economic Development

“We’re all about service to this community and making impacts that will have a lasting and positive value for our community economically. We show up everyday and we put in a lot of work to do that and I’m proud of this team.”

The latest news for you — GFDA Top 10 (really 21) for 7-5-23

The Montana Chamber and the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center are holding a Manufacturer Meet-up at the El Conejo Cantina in The Wild Hare in downtown Great Falls Thursday, July 13 from 5:30-7:30 PM

A Taste of Sicily in the Mountains of Montana

At Piccola Cucina in Red Lodge, Montana, Chef Benedetto Bisacquino won’t offer his diners anything that isn’t served in Italy, and patrons delight in having access to authentic Sicilian cuisine.

Report: Montana towns need tax, policy tweaks to coexist with tourists

“The paradox of a place with natural attractions that make it a great place to live but also threaten it with being ‘loved to death’ is what is known as the amenity trap.”

Montana to receive $629M for broadband, updated plan to be presented July 12

Citing data from the Federal Communications Commission in December, the Governor’s Office noted one in three Montanans don’t have access to broadband, three times the national average. It said three in five people in rural communities lack access.

What Business Leaders Can Learn From Teachers About Giving Truly Effective Feedback

A new Stanford education study offers essential lessons for business leaders on how to give impactful feedback.

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte issued 26 vetoes on bills passed by the 2023 Legislature. Here’s a complete list.

Almost two months after the conclusion of the 2023 Montana Legislature May 2, Gov. Greg Gianforte has finished issuing signatures and vetoes on the more than 800 measures passed by legislators this year.

Partners Work to Guide E-Bike Accessibility in Montana

As e-bikes rise in popularity, trail managers, business owners and government agencies are providing outreach and education as they continue to see use in non-motorized areas

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