You are not going to want to miss this! Join GFDA Board & Council members, partners, clients, and investors at our Annual Meeting Tuesday June 2nd, 8:00-10:00 AM at The Newberry. We will share updates across the region, highlight key projects, and celebrate the Ally Award recipients who helped move this work forward.
Communities must prepare for data center closures by demanding advance notice and creating decommissioning funds. Without these steps, sudden shutdowns could cause severe fiscal shocks and budget shortfalls.
Employment in financial and professional services grew 32 percent in Flathead County from 2019 to 2024, surpassing traditional blue-collar sectors. This shift signals a major transformation in the region’s economic landscape and labor market.
The proposed facility could demand up to 29 megawatts and raise questions about water use and energy impact. Local officials and environmental advocates are scrutinizing the project ahead of a July 1 hearing.
In Missoula, that includes the Missoula Lofts, a 146-unit project owned by DiNapoli Capital Partners. Equity firms also own 220 units in Helena, 288 units in Great Falls and 80 units in Billings, according to the data.
Sam works with the Missoula Housing Authority, an organization that plays a key role in bringing housing projects to life in Missoula. Their work spans several approaches to creating and preserving housing for a wide range of residents.
Starting in 2026, Glacier National Park will allow vehicle entry without reservations while increasing parking spaces and implementing a reservation-only shuttle system. This shift aims to manage congestion and improve visitor access, though funding and effectiveness concerns remain.
Montana’s news stations are facing a wave of consolidation. Furthermore, other major networks like Sinclair Broadcast Group’s NBC Montana also rely heavily on centralized regional broadcasting across multiple cities.
Portland’s Clean Energy Fund has financed community solar, energy retrofits, and tree planting, cutting emissions equivalent to removing 6,000 cars. Montana businesses could learn from this model to fund climate action amid limited federal support.
The City of Billings will roll out a digital platform on May 22, 2026, enabling residents to report public works issues directly. This initiative aims to improve transparency, speed response times, and enhance accountability in municipal services.
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