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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Educational Services industry file 57 petitions in Montana throughout 2024

By Big Sky Times | Apr 14, 2025

Employers classified under the Educational Services industry based in Montana submitted 57 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Montana Legislature nears session end with key bills under debate

By Big Sky Times | Apr 14, 2025

The Montana Legislature is in the final stages of its 2025 session, encountering a mix of contention and cooperation as various bills progress.

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Montana's combined tax revenues down 40.6% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Big Sky Times | Apr 11, 2025

Montana collected $921 million in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Q3 2024: Montana's combined tax revenues down 40.7% since Q2 2024

By Big Sky Times | Apr 10, 2025

Montana collected $921 million in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Former Polson officer pleads guilty to child sexual abuse and incest charges

By Big Sky Times | Apr 10, 2025

A former police officer from Polson, Montana, Matthew Timm, has pleaded guilty to serious charges involving the sexual abuse of a minor.

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Montana ranks 26th among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Big Sky Times | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, Montana reported 328 teacher vacancies, equating to 22 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 26th among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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Five briefs support AG Knudsen’s request for SCOTUS to review abortion rights case

By Big Sky Times | Apr 8, 2025

Five amicus briefs have been submitted in support of Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen's request for the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to review and reverse a Montana Supreme Court decision.

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Poll shows support for maintaining the 20% small business deduction

By Big Sky Times | Apr 8, 2025

A recent poll by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) highlights significant support for maintaining the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in the United States.

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5 H-1B petitions filed by Manufacturing employers classified under the Manufacturing industry in Montana in 2024

By Big Sky Times | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, five H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Montana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Analysis: Montana one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Big Sky Times | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Big Sky Times shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Montana is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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House advances state budget while Senate amendments and approvals await

By Big Sky Times | Apr 6, 2025

The House of Representatives passed HB 2, the state budget, with a bipartisan vote of 60 to 40.

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Small businesses report hiring challenges, particularly in construction and transportation sectors

By Big Sky Times | Apr 6, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has highlighted the ongoing issue of job vacancies among small businesses in its latest Job Report.

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Montana in 2023

By Big Sky Times | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 10 grants totaling $1,777,800 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Montana.

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Montana Highway Patrol incident involves deceased suspect with explosives warrant

By Big Sky Times | Apr 3, 2025

Two Montana Highway Patrol troopers were involved in a critical incident on Thursday afternoon near Big Timber.

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Montana ranks 51 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Big Sky Times | Apr 2, 2025

Montana ranks 51 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $34,476 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Montanans urged to honor direct care workers during April recognition month

By Big Sky Times | Apr 2, 2025

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is urging Montanans to show appreciation for direct care workers during National Care Worker Recognition Month this April.

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Attorneys general urge Trump Administration to address drug trafficking vulnerabilities

By Big Sky Times | Apr 1, 2025

Attorney General Austin Knudsen, along with a coalition of 25 attorneys general, has requested the Trump Administration to address a loophole that facilitates the entry of fentanyl into the United States.

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Kalispell man sentenced for homicide of homeless man

By Big Sky Times | Apr 1, 2025

A Kalispell man has been sentenced to 50 years in the Montana State Prison for the deliberate homicide of a homeless man, with 10 years of the sentence suspended, according to Attorney General Austin Knudsen.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Montana employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Big Sky Times | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, 51 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in Montana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Montana DPHHS to honor centenarians at 56th Governor's Conference on Aging

By Big Sky Times | Mar 31, 2025

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) will recognize Montana centenarians in September during the 56th annual Governor’s Conference on Aging.