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Montana Ranch Uses Virtual Fences to Track 1,750 Cattle Amid Wildfires

The Holland family employs satellite-based collars to monitor their herd in remote grazing lands, enabling faster responses to wildfire threats. This technology bypasses connectivity issues and could transform livestock management in Montana’s rugged terrain.

Data Center Moratoriums

Tracking state-level data center legislation across the United States

Missoula County Voice (What are the similar sites in other Montana communities?)

Welcome to Missoula County Voice, Missoula County’s online engagement platform. Local government works best when we hear from community members like you, so please leave comments, participate in surveys and polls and let us know what you think!

CoBuild Montana – We bring people, programs, and mentorship together in one place

CoBuild Montana is focused on solving Montana challenges by developing accessible, replicable solutions that create economic opportunities, jobs, and stronger communities.

The VBX Keginar series “What Comes After the Transformer?” – Every Thursday Starting 10/8 – Missoula

What is a Keginar, one might ask? It is one part seminar, one part beer, and completely Missoula. All techies and AI-nerds invited!

Electric Vehicles Could Power Grids During Peak Demand

European trials show parked EVs returning energy to grids using bidirectional charging technology. Montana businesses may benefit from this innovation despite unique local challenges.

Montana State University Research and Economic Development will be hosting it’s first combined Centers, Institutes, and Core Facilities day on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Join us for the Research and Economic Development Centers, Institutes and Core Facilities Day, an event designed to showcase what Montana State University has to offer in terms of research resources and expertise. We’re bringing together some of MSU’s centers, institutes, and core facilities to highlight the technologies, equipment, and knowledge available across campus.

‘Absolute Blow’: After Nearly 50 Years, Hulett Family Sawmill To Shut Down

After nearly 50 years of operating in Hulett, Bearlodge Forest Products has announced it will shut down after Oct. 31. “This is an absolute blow” to a community with deep ties to Wyoming’s timber industry, says Sen. Ogden Driskill.

Wyoming Industry Leaders Say Manufacturing Jobs Can Stop Youth From Leaving State

Wyoming Business Alliance Dir. Renny McKay says Sheridan is an example of what a manufacturing center can look like.

Ukrainian Kopychyntsi and Bozeman, Montana Officially Become Sister Cities

This partnership did not begin with a document – it is built on four years of working together. Over this time, Bozeman residents have raised funds for Kopychyntsi, while American volunteers have travelled to Ukraine, supported the local hospital and delivered medical equipment. Architects and Montana State University have also joined the cooperation, and one volunteer from Bozeman even stayed to live in Kopychyntsi.