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Today people frequently spend their leisure time in solitude with their personal screens. “Now we have on-demand streaming, and social media, which are further extensions of that fundamental shift,” |
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According to Truthout, Montana is about to become the first state to oppose the 2010 Citizens United decision by the Supreme Court by using a 2026 ballot initiative — an innovative legal maneuver that could be adopted by other states. The idea is wildly popular. |
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MEDA -Montana Economic Developers Association- Have a backyard Airbnb? Proposed rules say Montana’s upcoming second-home tax will hit it.
The public can weigh in as the state revenue department clarifies details lawmakers left ambiguous in this year’s major tax legislation. - Partners on a Plate: Connecting Western Montana farmers and chefs for the perfect pairing – 11/18 – Hamilton
By establishing those buying commitments, it allows farmers/producers to rely on those sales and improve their processes and infrastructure while restaurants can promote their support for local farms which is a huge draw for customers.” - How government leaders can balance the pros and cons of data center development
How data centers are developed in communities can significantly impact residents’ lives and policymakers must consider how to responsibly support their expansion, experts warned. - Do Yourself a Favor and Go Find a ‘Third Place’ – Americans are lonely and it’s killing them. How the US can combat this new epidemic.
Today people frequently spend their leisure time in solitude with their personal screens. “Now we have on-demand streaming, and social media, which are further extensions of that fundamental shift,” - Butte-Silver Bow County, Montana, Sabey provide more details about proposed data center in Butte
Sabey also said final construction costs for a data center campus near Butte could reach $1.5 billion to $2 billion and new permanent jobs could range from “dozens on the low end” to hundreds over time. - Taxation is Ruination – A warning for Montana
What is not an acceptable outcome is to drive Montanans out of their homes through errant and destructive tax policy. Shame on the State government and legislature for putting its wants above the needs of the citizens it is supposed to serve and represent. For Montana to thrive, tax policy must offer stability, prioritize community over government expansion, and guarantee that it’s always the people who come first. - Americans with six-figure incomes are in ‘survival mode’
“People used to feel when you got to six figures or above that it was a sign of financial stability,” said Libby Rodney, chief strategy officer and futurist at The Harris Poll. “And now we just see that as a sign of surviving, and being in survival mode.” - CBS Evening News – The Changing Face of Childcare in America – Rural child care providers join up to stay open
Nearly 4 million children in the United States can’t get into a licensed child care center, costing states about $1 billion per year in lost economic activity from parents missing work or stepping away from jobs to support their families.
Bear Paw DevelopmentMissoula Chamber of Commerce- Missoula seeks residents’ input on train horn noise issue
The survey will close on December 5, and the city plans to review the responses through the end of the month before making a recommendation. Residents can participate online through Engage Missoula, with a focus on those most affected by the train horn noise.
Northwestern Energy- Career Opportunities – Northwestern Energy
NorthWestern Energy is a regional energy company serving electric and natural gas across western and central Montana, eastern South Dakota and several communities in Nebraska. We also proudly serve Yellowstone National Park. Our company is an employer of choice, encouraging employees to creatively address the energy evolution with innovation and integrity. We offer a wide array of careers, from the traditional utility craft professionals to accountants, environmental professionals, biologists, community relations professionals, computer technologists and engineers. Check out these job openings and see if they are a good fit for your skills. You’ve Got Jobs! Check Them Out…
Great Falls Development AllianceKalispell Chamber of CommerceMontana Business- Add-A-Tudez Entertainment Company in Great Falls helps ‘level up’ Montana’s tech talent
“The wildest reaction we tend to get is from teachers and parents. I’ve lost count of how many times we’ve had them come up to us and say, I did not realize so many dozens of jobs were involved in game design,” Hughes said. - Kalispell consultant launches business master class to empower leaders – Second class 11/17
Through his firm, Rich in Thought Consulting, Turner is hosting a master class series covering every stage of business ownership. The goal, Turner said, is to help leaders navigate complexity, make smarter decisions, and create lasting impacts. - We haven’t seen layoffs like this since the pandemic—and the 2009 recession before that.
If you’re impacted by layoffs—either directly or because you’re faced with the fallout—here’s some advice on how to navigate the path forward. - The Data Center Resistance Has Arrived
A new report finds that local opposition to data centers skyrocketed in the second quarter of this year. - Emissions Data You Can Act On – Bridger Photonics
Bridger’s aerial Gas Mapping LiDAR® transforms emissions detection into actionable data intelligence to deliver insights you can trust for audits, compliance, and emissions reduction. - British Churches Are Putting Their Faith in Heat Pumps
Ancient buildings and old bones aren’t getting in the way of the transition.
Housing- Property owner in France fined €33,000 for unauthorised Airbnb rental
The penalties for non-compliance have risen since the Le Meur law on holiday rentals of November 20, 2024, which set the maximum fine at €100,000 per illegally let property, with fines paid directly to the commune. - A Look Into Finland’s Housing First Initiative
Finland’s Housing First initiative is rewriting lives, with nearly 80% of participants finding stability and overcoming homelessness. A powerful example of how providing a home first can change everything. - Missoula County seeks $500,000 CDBG to replace failing septic systems for low‑income homeowners
These areas include East Missoula, Bonner, West Riverside, Milltown, Greenough, Potomac, Seeley Lake, Condon, Lolo, Frenchtown, Grass Valley, Evaro, Ninemile, Target Range, the Wye and the urban areas outside Missoula city limits. - Event featuring Emmy winner Mike Rowe boosts Great Falls, Montana High’s home-building initiative
Mike Rowe emphasized the program’s broader significance, saying, “The whole country is desperate to see the trades reinvigorated. Programs like this prove that young people rise to the challenge when given real skills and responsibility.”
Visit MontanaYOUR CAREEREnergy and Transportation- Microsoft in your community – Our datacenter community pledge
We believe that companies that can do more, should. That’s why we remain focused on key areas in which technology can and must benefit the future of humanity and our planet. - Helsinki, Finland has achieved a remarkable milestone by recording zero road crash fatalities in the past year.
The city’s success is credited to strict speed limits, safer street designs, and improved infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists. Guided by the Vision Zero philosophy, Helsinki reduced most residential speed limits to 30 km/h, redesigned intersections, and enhanced street lighting and crosswalks. These long-term efforts, along with strong public transport and road safety campaigns, have made Helsinki one of the safest cities in the world for urban mobility. - How Are Companies Cooling Data Centres Without Water?
Microsoft, Vertiv, Evolution and Bridge Data Centres are leading the move to zero-water cooling, saving more than 125 million litres per site each year
21st Century Education Initiative – “You Should Care…”2025 Legislature and PoliticsVR/AR, Blockchain, Bitcoin, Artificial Intelligence and The Internet of Things |
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