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Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns, Tribal members discuss new documentary – “The American Buffalo”

Hundreds of years ago the area that is now the Bison Range was filled with bison. It’s where world-renowned filmmaker Ken Burns made a new documentary about the tragedy of the loss of the American bison.

Bozeman cements new economic development strategy

The plan is broad, including suggestions on equitable economic growth, how to make the economy sustainable and making infrastructure resilient to shocks. It also includes mention of how to work with higher education and how to support small businesses.

Brian Bird: NorthWestern Energy will continue to provide reliable energy to Montanans at the most affordable rates possible

To continue to meet our commitment for safe, reliable energy, since our last rate review, NorthWestern Energy has invested more than $1 billion in our Montana energy system. In addition, NorthWestern Energy has the same challenges of inflation and increasing costs as all other businesses.

Crow Tribe, Montana Department of Commerce and FWP Partner to Amplify Native Voices and Perspectives Through Visual Storytelling

“This model of working together sets a precedent to motivate other stakeholders to collaborate with tribal nations, across agencies, Destination Management Organizations, Convention and Visitor Bureaus and non-profit organizations to pool funding resources for higher impact results,” said Scott Osterman, Director of the Montana Department of Commerce.

How is Your Community Doing? – The Success Of “Clean Cities” Shows How US Government Can Help Deploy More Clean Tech

A long-standing federal effort to decarbonize transportation proves how advanced technologies can make meaningful, real-world impacts by intertwining national goals and initiatives with local, community-based actions.

Emotionally Intelligent People Do This to Make a Great First Impression. Most People Do the Opposite

Researchers from Harvard and Wharton find a surprising way to come across as competent and likable.

Is passenger rail on track to return to Montana?

One of Montana’s passenger rail systems has been out of commission for decades, but some residents want to restore it across the southern part of the state. A listener wants to know what’s been happening with those efforts? Is more train travel in Montana’s future? Learn more in this episode of the Big Why.

Ken Burns: Bison Range gives hope to species survival – ‘The American Buffalo’

The Bison Range was an appropriate place to start the Montana tour, because part of the documentary was filmed there and the bison range will play a large role in the third act: the future success of the species.

Senator Jon Tester Secures $119.9 Million for High-Speed Internet Connectivity for 61,000 Montanans

“Since I came to the U.S. Senate, I’ve been working to increase high-speed internet connectivity across our state so that folks in rural Montana don’t fall through the cracks. That’s why I fought for this funding in the American Rescue Plan, and I’m proud to see these federal dollars finally going to projects that will serve every corner of the Treasure State.”

Applications NOW OPEN for our 2023-24 Girls Leadership Program – Red Ants Pants Foundation

We are excited to announce our application is now open. The purpose of the Red Ants Pants Foundation Girls Leadership Program is to inspire hope, build strength, develop pride, and foster courage in rural Montana girls. Please share this opportunity with a family member, neighbor, employee, or any young woman you know!