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Tribal Officials Outline Infrastructure Gap ‘Big as the Grand Canyon’

Advocates for Tribal Nations urged the House Natural Resources subcommittee to ensure Tribes’ equitable access to infrastructure funding from the American Jobs Plan.

It’s Earth Day 2021. The Circular Economy Can Actually Save You Money

Participating in the circular economy, in which businesses reuse materials, could help you reduce waste and attract customers.

High cost of lumber delaying your home projects? Here’s when prices could come down

“This price spike has caused the price of an average new single-family home to increase by more than $24,000,” the NAHB says.

Great Falls Economic Development 2021Q1 Quarter Index

Great Falls jobs projected to be created by Touro Montana Osteopathic Medical School:  360

Projected employment growth across Montana by 2040:  1,700

Capital investment to complete school construction in 2024:  $53 million

Google used secret program to game its ad-buying system, documents show

‘Project Bernanke’ comes to light in filing for Texas antitrust lawsuit

At Infrastructure Bill Hearing, Tester Calls for Expanded Broadband, Workforce Housing in Rural America

Senator pushes for action to improve access to and affordability of critical 21st century infrastructure

Montana State University Extension offers certification program to boost remote work in rural areas

Montana State University Extension will soon offer a program to help rural Montana residents gain skills needed to work from home as a remote employee, freelancer or entrepreneur. 

John Oliver takes a deep dive into how personal bankruptcy works and why law reforms are essential

Now, with the long-term financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic weighing heavily on many Americans, Last Week Tonight host John Oliver noted, “Many worry that once the current pandemic assistance stops, more and more people will need the type of help that bankruptcy offers.”

The Patagonia Effect – What makes the company different?

What brands come to mind when you think about sustainability, climate activism, and positive environmental impact? While you probably thought of your favorite niche company, most of you also considered Patagonia.

Surviving an Unlivable Wage – Full Documentary

“The restaurant industry has driven a significant amount of economic growth since the Great Recession, but many restaurant employees continue to end up hungry due to a two-tiered wage system that allows tipped workers to be paid as little as $2.13 an hour.”

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Big Sky EDA- Building Businesses and Creating Jobs in the Greater Billings, Montana area

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!