Montana Career Opportunity – Executive Director – Missoula Community Access Television (“MCAT”)

Missoula Community Access Television (“MCAT”) is a community access television station and media resource center located within the Missoula Public Library in Missoula, Montana. Our services are used by residents, nonprofits, artists, and local government…

Big Sky 55+ – You’re Invited to our Fall Conference! “Gathering Wisdom, Building Power: United We Stand” – 11/17 – Missoula, Montana

A one-day conference in Missoula, Montana to celebrate intergenerational power, hone our truth-seeking skills, and level up on the issues that will be decided in Montana’s 2027 Legislative session.

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Wealthy Mountain Homeowners Invest in Oxygenation Systems

I sat next to a contractor at a bar in Big Sky, Montana recently. He said he had another year working on a home. He’d been working on it for 4 years. I asked what was unique about it. He said oxygen available in every room…. The revolution will be televised. Stay tuned.

Beloved Missoula Gyro Shop for Sale After 40 Years

You may have always wanted to own your very own restaurant in Missoula. Well, here is your chance. Plus, there’s a history of over forty (40) years behind it. Plus, some great gyros.

Bozeman’s Bridger Photonics is hiring. The explosive growth continues. Come be a part of it!

🚀 Operators don’t just need to simply find methane anymore. They need to prove their numbers to regulators, investors, and their own boards. More and more of them are choosing Bridger to do it because…

Climate Change Threatens Homeownership as a Stable Investment

Grist highlights growing financial risks to homeownership due to climate impacts, challenging the traditional path to wealth. Montana’s unique climate vulnerabilities may soon reflect these national concerns, urging a rethink of long-term asset strategies.

City of Missoula secures $1 million grant for Reserve Street safety upgrades

Between 2019 and 2023, Reserve Street saw 1,664 crashes, resulting in 63 serious injuries and three deaths, according to the city.

Frontier Angels – WHAT’S NEXT?! Montana — October 2026

October brought a $4.3 billion U.S. Air Force contract to a tribally owned St. Ignatius company, a second U.S. Army order for a Bozeman defense software firm, a photonic packaging facility opening in Bozeman, and a manufacturing groundbreaking in Hamilton. Here is what happened.

Montana’s S&K Aerospace Awarded $4.3 Billion U.S. Air Force PROS 7 Contract

“This is a huge win for S&K, but it really belongs to the people who got us here,” said Tony Amadeo, President of S&K Aerospace. “We had an outstanding team across B&P, Pricing, Contracts, HR, IT/IRM, Quality and our technical and operational organizations that put an enormous amount of work into PROS 7.

The fall print edition of The Pulp is out in the wild.

We’ve posted a couple of the stories on our website — Ben Fowlkes’ profile of Hellgate High’s girls’ flag football team, and Max Savage Levenson’s piece on the new hi-fi listening bar inside the Florence called Shapes. Oh, and the Missoula-themed crossword puzzle, too!

Google Commits $17 Billion to Wyoming Data Center Expansion

Google will build a 702-megawatt data center near Terry Ranch Road, marking a major shift in regional computing infrastructure. The project includes advanced fuel-cell technology and efforts to minimize environmental impact amid local concerns.

How ‘deep reading’ can cure your brain rot

Smartphones, AI, and internet overload wreck cognitive functions. But reading more—and changing how we read—could be the balm.

Montana Career Opportunities – Service Operations Technician – Tier 1, Corporate IT Manager, Network Administrator, Account Executive and more…   – Zoot 

No Suits, Montana Roots Discover fulfilling careers at Zoot, where our dedicated employees focus on delivering the best decisioning engines for some of the largest organizations worldwide. As part of the Zoot team, you’ll join…

Montana asks appeals court to lift order allowing American Prairie bison to graze

In district court filings, American Prairie argued that its bison qualify as domestic livestock and that federal law does not require them to be raised for production.

US-Made Tabletop Humanoid Robots Now Available for Pre-Order for under $12,000

Las Vegas-based Realbotix offers four humanoid robot models with subscription-based interaction, aiming to address loneliness through AI companionship. Limited units will ship in 2027, presenting new social options for isolated communities.

What It Will Take To Turn the ‘Blue Wave’ Into a Watershed Moment for Transportation Reform

Despite midterm wins, entrenched highway funding and bipartisan priorities limit transportation reform. Advocates urge organizing new lawmakers ahead of a major reauthorization bill.

November News for Montana Nonprofits

Now is the time to stay engaged. Introduce yourself to your newly elected and returning representatives, highlight the important work you do, and tell them about the solutions your organization sees working in your community. Democracy doesn’t happen only on election day. We build it together every day, and we’re grateful you’re part of it.

Career Opportunities at Northwestern Energy

For a complete list of available jobs… please visit our career site at: https://www.northwesternenergy.com/about-us

Montana Joins FAST-41 to Speed Up Infrastructure Permitting

“I’m worried about projects receiving this designation in the age of corruption that we live in,”

LA residents may be allowed to paint their own crosswalks

Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky put out a motion instructing the Los Angeles Department of Public Transportation to study the feasibility of allowing volunteers to paint crosswalks.

Bozeman Voters Approve New Charter Reshaping Local Elections

The amended charter changes mayoral terms and expands the City Commission to six members elected by wards. Implementation will begin in 2027 with public input continuing through the transition.

Bay Area Mandates Heat Pumps to Replace Gas Water Heaters

The Bay Area Air District approved the nation’s strongest standards requiring gas water heaters to be replaced with cleaner heat pumps. This change aims to reduce pollution, prevent health issues, and lower energy costs while supported by substantial rebates and investments.

California Boosts Film Tax Credit to $1 Billion Through 2040

Governor Newsom’s proposal aims to reverse declining shooting days and maintain California’s entertainment dominance. The plan includes new incentives for independent productions and multi-project commitments.

Montana Adds 25 New Opportunity Zones to Boost Investment

Montana’s new Opportunity Zones, effective January 1, 2027, aim to attract private capital and stimulate economic growth in low-income areas across sixteen counties.

What’s Ahead for Missoula? Economic Updates, Strategic Planning, Annual Meeting Reflections & More

The Montana Secretary of State’s Office is warning businesses about a misleading mailing requesting $150 to file their 2027 Annual Report.

Why batteries, not gas plants, should be data centers’ first choice

A new report from Georgetown and Duke universities advocates for batteries as a cleaner, cheaper alternative to gas plants. States are exploring policies to promote energy storage to reduce climate impact and financial risks from overbuilding gas infrastructure.

Castration extends life span, but at what cost…

If they dared, biohacking bros who seek to defy aging could try a simple, time-tested method: castration. Removing the testicles extends male life span across many mammalian species, including humans.

GFDA’s Upcoming Training and Events

Whether you’re just getting started, looking for new customers, wanting to grow sales through e-commerce, or focusing on workforce; WE CAN HELP!

Missoula’s AniMeals is Moving to Its New Home on Dec. 7, 2026 and It Needs Your Support

“Just in time for the holidays, for our biggest fundraising period of the year, we will be in our new home next month and we need our community’s support now more than ever,” says Janet Rose, executive director of AniMeals.

Trump Cuts Stall Tribal Clean Energy Projects Nationwide

The Trump administration slashed millions in tribal clean energy grants, halting key projects like Kotzebue’s $20 million wind initiative. Experts urge new laws to safeguard tribal funding and support renewable energy efforts.

Cyberattacks Disrupt European Supermarket Freezers and Food Supply

Supermarkets across several European countries faced deliberate cyberattacks targeting refrigeration systems, causing food spoilage and business interruptions. These incidents highlight the vulnerabilities in connected operational technologies critical to food supply chains and serve as a warning for Montana businesses reliant on remote agricultural and storage systems.

UM Business Students Improve Missoula County Voting Experience

UM College of Business students analyzed and enhanced voting site operations for the 2026 election, offering practical recommendations that improved flow, security, and communication. Their collaboration with election officials provided valuable lessons in event management and civic engagement.

The New Hot Job in Law Doesn’t Require a J.D.

Big law firms, legal tech vendors, and in-house legal departments at companies like Microsoft and Nvidia are all hiring legal engineers, a new position for lawyers with A.I. skills.

A Montana Data Center Could Generate $47 Million in Annual Taxes

A 1,000 MW hyperscale data center could create thousands of jobs and boost personal income by millions during construction and operation. The University of Montana study highlights significant economic and tax benefits tied to such developments.

Trucking Companies Are Going Bankrupt. Here’s What’s Driving Them Off the Road

Rising diesel prices, mounting debt, and shrinking margins are pushing trucking companies to the brink, with Illinois among the hardest hit.

2026 Property Tax Refund for homeowners who were eligible for the 2026 homestead reduced tax rate but did not receive it.

You can check your enrollment status now if your property has already received the reduced rate.

The Brutal Harvard Class That Suddenly Everyone Wants to Take

It’s an ungodly amount of reading and no easy A. So why are freshmen lining up to get into Humanities 10?

California Finally Closes the Montana Loophole for Exotic Cars

The so-called Montana loophole was a tax evasion practice where California residents created shell companies (usually a Limited Liability Company, or LLC) in Montana to purchase and register luxury cars, supercars, or RVs. Montana has no statewide general sales tax or heavy vehicle license fees, unlike California.

Episode 1: It All Starts Here – How Universities Train the People Who Change the World

This episode explores how America’s universities produce more than degrees — they produce the people who build the future.

What Linda McMahon gets wrong about American education.

Federal laws since the 1960s have expanded access and equity in education, despite claims that federal control caused decline. Montana’s unique rural challenges make the debate over federal involvement especially important.

GFDA Top Ten for 11/1/26

We’re less than two weeks away from GFDA’s Entrepreneur Celebration on November 10 at The Newberry in Downtown Great Falls! Join us as we recognize the entrepreneurs and business owners whose hard work, innovation, and investment strengthen our regional economy. Help us spread the word to entrepreneurs across North Central Montana and encourage them to join the celebration.

City Club Missoula Presents: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People/Relatives (MMIP/MMIR): Indigenous Perspectives on Justice, Advocacy, and Healing – 11/9

Join City Club Missoula for a conversation about the challenges facing Indigenous communities, the work being done in Montana, and how we can move toward greater awareness, accountability, and action. Note: Doors open at 11:15am with presentations beginning at 11:30am.