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Wyoming Business Council Board Adopts Broadband Rules, Opens Public Comment Period

“These rules establish a framework for the Business Council to use state and federal funding for broadband in a more efficient and effective manner,” said CEO Josh Dorrell. “We worked closely with the Broadband Advisory Council and the legislature to incorporate lessons learned since the inception of the program and last year’s successes with the CARES funding, and we are really excited for what these rules do for broadband in Wyoming.”

Transportation: From plugs to communications, Missoula planners eye electric future- (But are they thinking far enough ahead?)

Within the next decade, electric vehicles are likely to represent nearly 25% of all new vehicles.

Montana teacher shortage ‘crisis’ escalates

Montana is facing a worsening teacher shortage “crisis” even as education officials worry that a key support to students — mental health care through the Comprehensive School and Community Treatment program — remains in limbo.

Montana Agritourism industry sees opportunity with new website

“For an operator that might be interested in starting an agritourism business, they could go to this podcast and they could listen to different perspectives of how different people started their agritourism business, where did they go for resources, what were some of their challenges, how did they overcome those,”

Help us assess market for additional child care services in the Great Falls area

This is part of our efforts to help our workforce recover from the pandemic and help employers recruit the great workers they need.

The Myth of Montana’s Housing Market Frenzy

A Wall Street Journal series paints a scenario where the pandemic has changed the migration patterns of young affluent workers away from crowded urban centers and toward less populated areas. Could this contribute to rising demand for housing here in Montana?

Enormous Butte, Montana solar project denied permit

In their justification, Zoning Board members cited the pure size of the array, saying it would undeniably change the landscape of those who live in the Little Basin Creek area. They said the public’s strong opposition carried weight.

Scientists Say That Clearing Forests Worsens Wildfire Damage

Wildfires aren’t caused by forests, but the default approach to fire prevention is to clear them. Climate may be the real problem, and preserving trees a big part of the solution.

MSU Extension accepting applications for Reimagining Rural virtual gathering

The virtual gathering is a series of three evening events where people come together in their communities to listen to virtual speakers discuss positive examples of successful rural communities.

Idaho’s $4.25 million grant to create 750 apprentices is one of 15 states to win funding.

Idaho is one of 15 states to receive a U.S Department of Labor grant to expand its Apprenticeship Idaho program.

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Bozeman is a rapidly growing city with a high quality of life in part due to the easy access to the outdoors, burgeoning tech industry, and cultural experiences it offers.

Montana Technology Innovation Partnership (MTIP)- Promoting Technology Commercialization in the State of Montana.

Our range includes a flat range from 10-100 yards as well as a 20 target walking course for more realistic simulation of hunting scenarios.