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Why people like me left California to pursue the American Dream in Montana

Like many other former Californians who have made the trek out of the Golden State since the start of the pandemic, we left our home in pursuit of the American Dream along what I call the “Zoom Trail” — the routes opened by remote work and COVID-induced restlessness.

Businesses missing out as Flathead County drags heels on Adopting the Commercial Property Assessed Capital Enhancements program, known as C-PACE

The squeaky wheels of Flathead County government grind on. “I want specific business owners to come to me,” Abell demanded. Maybe a few personal phone calls can help grease the way. Emails and phone numbers are included in this post.

Not Even The Billionaire Kardashians Can Keep The Idaho Housing Bubble From Popping

TMZ has dubbed it “North Hollywood.” The billionaire Kardashian clan makes frequent visits, as do other celebrities like Justin Bieber, Mark Wahlberg and Harry Styles.

Made in Montana: January 2023

If it’s produced in Montana, it’s produced with pride.

Grizzly Broadband to bring fiber-optic internet to Montana’s Bitterroot Valley

According to executive director Joe Smith, the majority of Ravalli County will have fiber internet after all five projects are completed.

Commerce launches $100 million Capital Readiness Program for underserved entrepreneurs

The program will provide funding to incubators, accelerators and other eligible organizations to assist and train minority and other underserved entrepreneurs seeking resources, tools, and technical assistance to start or scale their businesses in high-growth industries such as healthcare, climate resilient technology, asset management, infrastructure, and more.