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Celebrating Montana State University Research and Innovation 5/3 – Bozeman

Recognition of Everyday Heroes. These Heroes (including students, staff, faculty, or administrators) support successful MSU research, creativity and innovation, and may not always get recognized.

Airlines are ordered to give full refunds instead of vouchers and to stop hiding fees

“Passengers deserve to know upfront what costs they are facing and should get their money back when an airline owes them – without having to ask,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in a statement announcing the new rules.

Career Opportunities in Great Falls, Montana – Lending Solutions Specialist, Communications and Marketing Specialist – Great Falls Development Alliance

          Lending Solutions Specialist Do you enjoy reading company financials to figure out the story of a business? Do you like working with a team to solve challenging problems? We need…

Commerce Awards More Than $4 Million of Grant Funding to Construct and Rehabilitate Affordable Homes in Montana

“The health and well-being of Montanans and our communities rely on access to affordable, attainable housing. Projects like these will help meet the housing needs of Montana’s seniors and those living with disabilities, all while supporting our economy with good-paying jobs,” said Paul Green, Director of the Montana Department of Commerce.

More public colleges admit high schoolers (9th Graders!) even before they’ve applied

Direct admissions programs are likely to grow in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision outlawing race-based admissions.

City of Missoula considers Missoula Economic Partnership contract boost to support economic goals

“I’d like to start the next three fiscal years with (MEP) having more resources,” said MRA board member Melanie Brock. “We already know they’re doing extra work for less money. The private sector is stepping up with more money. I think it’s time for the public sector to step up.”

Quality of life in Montana down, according to survey Montana Public Radio

In the most recent poll, more than 60% of voters reported a decline in their quality of life over the last five years.

Where are people from Montana moving to?

States people from Montana are moving to the most using data from the Census Bureau.

Is This Great Montana Town The Most Remote In America?

TikTok user True Story Docs believes the most remote town in the continental United States is a place in Northeast Montana.

Smartwatch AI predicts atrial fibrillation 30 minutes before it arrives

With plans for it to be incorporated into a smartphone so it can analyze data from a smartwatch, the model would act as an early warning system.

Explore Missoula’s Rich History With Unseen Missoula’s Guided Walking Tours Running Weekly Through September

Unseen Missoula presents four tours, each unveiling a distinct facet of the city’s colorful past: Basements & Back Alleys, Hotels & Hooligans, Carnal Enterprises, and Lower Rattlesnake & Greenough Park.

SAVE THE DATE: Wilderness Act 60th Anniversary Celebration this September 13-15! – Lochsa River

The three-day educational event is open to the public, and will feature inspirational speakers, group discussions, live music, food, and more. A special thank you to the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation for their generous support of this grassroots Wilderness gathering!

Re-MOO-able energy: Brookings facility using natural gas from cattle manure is first of several planned by Northwestern Energy

“We’re planning to add about five more of these projects by 2025, allowing us to serve about two-thirds of our South Dakota customers,” said NorthWestern Energy CEO Brian Bird.

Finalists selected for upcoming $100K Montana State University Venture Competition

The competition was open to students, faculty, staff and recent alumni of the Montana University System. Finalists will pitch their business ventures to a panel of judges who will provide feedback and distribute $100,000 among the winners.

How AI will step off the screen and into the real world

The convergence of AI and robotics will unlock a wonderful new world of possibilities in everyday life, says robotics and AI pioneer Daniela Rus.

Montana Economic Developers Association 2024 Spring Conference – 4/23-25 – Red Lodge

We are excited to the host the MEDA Spring Conference in Red Lodge, Montana from April 23rd – 25th.

‘Artificial Intelligence — A Primer for State and Local Governments’

A new book by Alan Shark offers an excellent guide and an AI road map for state and local governments. He answers basic questions that public-sector leaders are asking in 2024.   

April 22 is Earth Day

Join us to honor and celebrate our remarkable planet on this extraordinary day. Earth Day is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future.

The robot treats land with controlled burning to limit the spread of future fires

The robotic system, called RX, treats only the land that’s directly beneath it, safely burning the debris in an enclosed chamber and cooling the land as it moves to create a kind of fire break. To eliminate the chance of fire escaping, RX also uses air suction to contain any flames and embers. The technology runs on clean fuel and therefore produces much less smoke than similar methods, which release pollutants from burning petrol.

Volunteer campground hosts need at Northwest Montana state parks

Campground hosts sought for Northwest Montana state parks

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