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NorthWestern Energy to upgrade all the state’s electric meters over next three years

It could take three years to upgrade the state’s 590,000 electric meters.

Joe Biden’s Broadband Push Could Be Worth Billions To Wireless And Cable Companies

All the major carriers stand to benefit if the Biden buildout goes forward.

The Crime of the Century on HBO

The Crime of the Century is a searing indictment of Big Pharma and the political operatives and government regulations that enable over-production, reckless distribution, and mass abuse of synthetic opiates.

3 Ways to Build Stronger Small-Business Communities in a Post-Covid World

The economic recovery could present a new opportunity for Main Street businesses and startups nationwide–with some strategic planning.

Great Podcast with Will Price of Next Frontier Capital and Michael Fitzgerald of Submittable about the explosion of Montana Venture Capital

Well worth a listen.

Patagonia shows corporate activism is simpler than it looks

The Ventura-based outdoor apparel retailer could have tried to placate the protesters. Instead, the company directed customer service representatives to respond: “Thank you so much for sharing your views. We want you to know that for every call like this we receive, we’re donating an additional $5 to Planned Parenthood.”

It’s not a ‘labor shortage.’ It’s a great reassessment of work in America.

Hiring was much weaker than expected in April. Wall Street thinks it’s a blip, but there could be much deeper rethinking of what jobs are needed and what workers want to do on a daily basis.

Renowned Montana artist, Monte Dolack unveils painting highlighting Madison Valley creek restoration

Seeds that stayed dormant around O’Dell Creek for half a century are starting to sprout native plants.

Butte building company Foothold wants to help state’s affordable housing crisis

“We’re trying to bring something to market that isn’t there and create some housing equity for people that are being shut out of the housing market and out of the rental market right now,” said Foothold co-founder Hannah Van Wetter.

These Ex-Oracle Execs Are Democratizing the Web for Millions of Overlooked Users – Evinced

Many people have never heard of ‘digital accessibility services.’ The team behind a new Silicon Valley startup believes that will soon change.

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