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Protect Your Ideas – 8/27 – Kalispell
If you are unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential wa
University of Montana Office of Research and Creative Scholarship Newsletter
ORCS supports the UM research community to accelerate discovery and deliver impact.
Missouri Launches $10.4M Flood and Drought Monitoring App – Could it work in Montana?
The new app provides real-time flood conditions, forecasts, and drought data to help residents and officials prepare for extreme water events. With live updates and customizab
Montana State University’s Bracken Center Secures Internships for Over 300 Students
The Bracken Center and Jake Jabs College provide personalized career support connecting students with internships across industries. Nearly 70 percent of business students com
Great Falls Development Alliance Wins Bronze for Economic Development Organization of the Year
We’re especially proud that GFDA is the only organization in Montana to receive a 2026 IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Award.
California Voters to Decide on Billionaire Wealth Tax This November. The World is Watching
The proposed 5% wealth tax could raise $100 billion for state programs and faces fierce opposition from billionaires. This landmark measure may influence regional debates on w
3 alarming predictions with the housing market on pace for its worst year since 2011
Brace for one of the worst years the US housing market has seen in over a decade.
U.S. Bond Yields Hit Highest Since 2007 Amid Debt Concerns – This is why you should pay attention
Federal debt has reached a record $40 trillion, pushing bond yields up and borrowing costs higher. Montana businesses may face increased financing expenses as interest rates r
Should Content Creator Be a New Degree? ASU Thinks So
More Gen Z students want creator careers. ASU is betting a new degree can help turn passion into a profession.
Eighteen New Mobility Devices Transform Urban and Off-Road Travel – Amazing What’s Coming
From electric ATVs to eVTOL aircraft, these devices offer diverse, efficient alternatives amid rising urban congestion and vehicle costs. Their range of power, portability, an
Is an AI minor now required in college to be successful? Colleges are listening
Students are pursuing AI minors because every field they’re already in is being reshaped by the same tech transformation.
For Sale – The John R. Toole House at 1005 Gerald Avenue, a National Register–listed historic property offering a compelling adaptive reuse opportunity in Missoula’s University District.
The building totals approximately ±13,977 square feet above grade with an additional ±4,898 square feet of below-grade space, providing flexibility for a range of redevelopm
Amazon Plans Drone Delivery in 500 U.S. Cities by 2026
Amazon's Prime Air aims to expand drone deliveries nationwide, pending FAA rule changes. This shift could reshape last-mile logistics and impact Montana's supply chains.
Montana State University’s Community Design Center is celebrating 50 years as it helps shape communities across Montana
The center was founded in 1976 and has completed over 50 projects across the state.
Montana State University offers support to middle school teams that design a fire-resistant city; applications due Sept. 7
In small teams and with the support of a coach and mentor, students will research, plan and design a city set 100 years in the future, then create a scale model built primaril
New Report From Dr. Zachary Hoylman of the Montana Climate Office Urges Updated Drought Assessments for Changing Climate
Dr. Zachary Hoylman co-authored a national report recommending improvements to drought risk measurement that reflect climate change. These updated methods aim to help communit
Nation’s Largest Human Composting Facility Opens in Maryland – Have you watched Soylent Green?
Earth Funeral’s new site in Elkridge processes up to 2,000 bodies annually, offering a major eco-friendly burial option on the East Coast. This facility’s scale and techno
Responding Quickly Boosts Job Seekers’ Hiring Chances by 30 Percent
Research shows that replying to job inquiries within minutes significantly increases the likelihood of getting hired. Job seekers should monitor messages frequently and respon
Second Story Housing Hub – Meetings on 9/3 – 10/13 and 11/9 – Butte, Montana
Second Story Housing Hub helps revitalize historic buildings, expand housing options, strengthen the local economy, and preserve the unique architectural character of Butte. B
Record-breaking El Niño could be a preview of Earth’s future. It’s not pretty
Some experts are calling the global climate phenomenon a ‘time machine,’ saying it may offer a glimpse of our planet past its tipping point.
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