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What Would A Montana Data Center Cost? 10% of a data center’s total cost would go toward Montana jobs and goods.
The University of Montana’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research estimates a $20 billion data center would support 750 jobs and generate $33 million in local property taxes. However, concerns about water use and rising utility costs have sparked opposition in several communities.
Which Montana County has a state-licensed gambling machine for every 24 residents?
Approximately 16,500 state-licensed machines operated statewide in Montana. Are we gambling away our future?
Public Rally Supports Hamilton, Montana’s Rocky Mountain Lab Scientists Laid Off Because of Federal Budget Cuts
On June 26, community members rallied to support employees affected by federal funding reductions.
Community members rallied in support of Rocky Mountain Lab scientists laid off due to federal budget cuts that have impacted the lab. In early May, 41 employees were let go or had their contracts canceled and research budgets were cut.
California Hits 51 Percent Solar Power for Entire Month
In May, solar panels generated over half of California’s electricity, marking a major shift in energy production. This milestone was enabled by a dramatic increase in battery storage capacity that allows solar power use even after sunset.
Judge Certifies Price-Fixing Lawsuit Against Major Meatpackers
A federal judge approved a class-action suit accusing four meatpackers of manipulating cattle and beef prices from 2015 to 2020. Montana ranchers and policymakers are watching closely as the case could impact the state’s beef market and industry consolidation.
National Parks Traveler Shuts Down After 21 Years of Coverage Due to Trump Pressures and Media Struggles
If properly appreciated, National parks, he said, “are so important in helping people reconnect with themselves, with forgetting about checking their email, checking their texts.” And that’s only the beginning of their value. With high burnout and low morale, he believes the park service is in danger of lasting. And because the agency has drastically scaled back communications, trying to report on it is very frustrating. It got so bad that Traveler reporters couldn’t even secure interviews on stories of park service successes, he said.
The DoorDash Drones are Coming
Sending deliveries by drone is hard. DoorDash’s secret sauce may be its software.
Over Half of Missoula Renters Struggle with Housing Costs
A recent survey shows 53% of Missoula renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, with rising rents and limited tenant protections worsening instability. Local advocates are pushing for stronger protections and innovative solutions to address these challenges.
For four years, one of the best marketers on earth grew almost entirely by charging more. That just stopped working.
People are still buying, but they won’t keep paying more just because the label is familiar.
Are Your Employee Social Media Stars Your Best Marketing Opportunities?
Companies are using more of their marketing budgets to utilize store staff and micro-creators into brand ambassadors—and it’s outperforming traditional mega-influencers.


