Rural Montana Communities
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Missoula County Parks, Trails and Recreation is now accepting applications online for its annual Community Parks & Recreation Grants Program.
The program provides funding to help residents and local organizations enhance parks, trails and other public recreation sites. Staff encourage local nonprofits, schools and community groups to apply by 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30.
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Condemns USDA’s Intent to Rescind Roadless Rule
Rescission would strip protections from tens of millions of acres of the nation’s best hunting and fishing habitat.
Why We Need to Rethink Disability – Guy Kawasaki Podcast
…what can happen when people stop asking whether something is possible and start asking how they can make it accessible.
Black Eagle, Montana Wants to Survive But Who Will Carry the Torch?
The EPA began removing contaminated soil from hundreds of homes in 2024, while infrastructure upgrades continue with millions invested in water and sewer systems. Community leaders worry about younger residents leaving, threatening the town’s future cohesion.
McDonald’s Franchise Cuts $35,000 Monthly in Missed Shift Costs with Escalate
A new app providing transportation and childcare support helped reduce absenteeism and improve retention at seven McDonald’s locations. Montana businesses may find similar solutions beneficial for their workforce challenges.
Data center industry PR efforts are intensifying even as public opposition surges.
The Data Center Coalition has increased advertising and economic reports to defend expansion amid rising resistance in states like North Carolina and Texas. Despite transparency efforts and audits, skepticism remains about addressing energy and community concerns.
Great Falls Development Alliance Top Ten for 8/16/26
Allegiant Air is bringing back direct flights connecting Great Falls with Las Vegas beginning March 5, 2027. KRTV ran a great story about 406 Arena in Vaughn. Montana was ranked the 3rd Most Outdoorsy State in a study by REezy; see Travel & Leisure. The new VA Clinic opened in Lewistown, nearly doubling the space in the old facility; see KRTV.
County Climate Plan Saves Six Dollars Per Dollar Invested
The County Climate Justice Plan focuses on prevention and community input, promising significant cost savings. This shift toward localized, grassroots climate resilience offers a model that could inspire similar efforts in Montana’s rural communities.
Montana Ambassadors Seattle Speaker Series: Aerospace in Montana – 10/8
The Montana Ambassadors is a volunteer, not-for-profit, and non-partisan association made up of passionate people dedicated to living and doing business in Montana. Our members act as official Ambassadors of the State of Montana, both in and out of state. Ambassadors are leaders across all industries committed to furthering the best interests of Montana.
The real purpose of leadership is to create opportunity
The goal should be to expand access to possibilities



