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USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Application Deadline Approaching – MARCH 31, 2023

Agricultural producers and rural small businesses are eligible applicants for loan guarantees and grants to develop renewable energy systems and to make energy efficiency improvements. State and local governments, Federally recognized Tribes, land-grant colleges or universities or other institutions of higher education, rural electric cooperatives, public power entities, and Resource Conservation & Development Councils (as defined in 16 USC §3451) are eligible applicants for grants to conduct energy audits and provide development assistance.

How affordable is child care near me? Search our database of day care prices by county

One of the largest struggles families in the U.S. face is finding quality child care they can afford. The search for a center or home-based provider can be overwhelming, and the price tag can be shocking. 

Highly Intelligent and Possibly Invincible Super Pigs Are Invading Montana

Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

DOE Announces $50 Million for Tribal Clean Energy Projects

Applications are due May 16, 2023, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. DOE’s Office of Indian Energy will host an informational webinar on February 28, 2023, to provide interested applicants with more information on the FOA and how to apply.

Laid-off tech workers can now talk smack about ex-employers, says NLRB

Employers can no longer include a golden gag with a pink slip.

A massive 4-day workweek trial shows happier, healthier employees and businesses

Some 61 companies with around 2,900 workers joined the six-month trial. Now that it’s over, 56 companies have opted to extend the four-day week — and 18 of these firms have made the change permanent.

Microsoft to Expand Program That Grows Economic Development in Rural Areas

The tech giant is set to expand TechSpark to all 50 states as it looks to grow place-based economic development opportunities through digital skills training.

CBS Sunday Morning – A new model: Private equity and employee ownership – $$$

All 800 workers at an Illinois factory received an average payout of about $175,000 when their company sold, because they had been made part-owners. It’s part of a new business model to tackle wealth inequality, and it’s coming from an unlikely force: private equity, which has long had a reputation for layoffs and cost-cutting.

Court sides with Montana solar developer

“The decision clarifies that solar QFs may incorporate storage technologies that will allow them to send out power around the clock. This means abundant, low-cost clean energy for consumers and increased reliability for the grid,” said Ben Norris, senior director of regulatory affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association.

How To File A Provisional Patent In 2023

Instead of filing for a patent outright, file for a provisional patent that gives you 12 months to determine the commercial viability of your invention.

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As the hub of learning, creativity and innovation in Northwest Montana, Flathead Valley Community College is expanding

Great Falls trade area. Competitive for food, ag, bioprocessing, energy, and support. Closest U.S. metro area to Calgary. Untame Your Entrepreneurial Spirit!

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