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US Competitive Advantage in the Era of the Demographic Time Bomb: Immigration

As the world ages, I think America’s competitive economic weapon will be our history of successful immigration

Employers train staff on how to behave in the office amid the push to return

Many worked from home for the past few years outside the demands of office norms (especially related to how they present themselves), and younger workers who started remotely might not even have had a full-time in-office experience yet.

Big corporations get tax benefits, while Montana resident get higher property taxes

By doing nothing, the Governor and supermajority Republicans ensured that residential property taxes will increase while other classes, that are already getting hefty tax breaks from the 2023 Legislature, will see their taxes drop even more significantly.

Hi-tech Stevensville, Montana factory doubles down on automation

Investing in robotics has helped Glacier Tool, which specializes in small firearm components, keep its second-generation family business growing despite Montana’s tight labor market.

Kalispell business groups look to hire security guards to patrol downtown

A trio of Kalispell business organizations are raising funds to pay for private security guards to patrol the downtown area in an effort to deter what representatives describe as vagrancy, and customer and employee safety.

Rise and Relevance of Rural Coworking Spaces 

With small business and remote working taking off, coworking spaces are becoming a community building tool for smaller communities.

Judge approves $9M settlement for Blackfeet Nation telecomms customers of 3 Rivers Telephone Cooperative who alleged discrimination

Plaintiff says settlement money will especially benefit Blackfeet elders

USDA Invests More than $20 Million to Support Rural Health Care in Multiple Montana Communities

“These funds provided direct relief to several critical care sites across Montana, enabling them to address challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and more,” said Williams. “Every Montanan deserves quality health care no matter where they live, and this funding not only provided immediate relief, but also helped rural health care facilities’ progress toward long-term sustainability.”   

Hundreds of Solar Panels Installed in Helena, Montana to Save Energy and Reduce Carbon Footprint

These panels provide around one-third of the energy needed by the Transportation Systems building. Not only does the use of solar energy make sense in terms of stabilizing the grid and facilities, but it also brings the city closer to achieving its clean energy goals.

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