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Montana's Unemployment Rate Stays Below 3% for 21 Consecutive Months; Governor Gianforte Cites Strong Employment Growth and Pro-Jobs Policies

By Big Sky Times Report | Aug 23, 2023

Governor Greg Gianforte announced Montana's unemployment rate has remained below 3% for 21 consecutive months, reflecting the state's strong employment growth and successful pro-jobs policies as of August 21, 2023

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Less than 10 people die from influenza and pneumonia in Montana during week ending July 29

By Big Sky Times | Aug 23, 2023

There were less than 10 deaths from influenza and pneumonia reported in Montana in the week ending July 29, making up less than 5% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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Less than 10 people die from kidney disease in Montana during week ending July 29

By Big Sky Times | Aug 23, 2023

There were less than 10 deaths from nephritis, nephrotic syndrome and nephrosis reported in Montana in the week ending July 29, making up less than 5% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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Campaign spending: Top Q2 political donation recipients in Montana

By Big Sky Times | Aug 22, 2023

These Montana political organizations received the most money from campaign donations in the second quarter of 2023, according to the Federal Election Commission.

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Montana receives $1 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q2

By Big Sky Times | Aug 22, 2023

The VA issued four Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Montana during the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NFIB President warns Montana about potential tax hike for small businesses

By Big Sky Times | Aug 22, 2023

NFIB President Brad Close recently addressed Montana listeners on the potential impact of a significant tax increase if Congress does not extend the Small Business Deduction, which is set to expire in 2025.

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Stage 2 fire restrictions in place for Flathead Indian Reservation and Lake County amid wildfires.

By Big Sky Times Report | Aug 21, 2023

Stage 2 fire restrictions were imposed July 31 on the Flathead Indian Reservation and Lake County amid widespread wildfires, ignited by dry lightning, that are now engulfing even more country across northwest Montana.

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Gov. Gianforte appoints new commissioner of Department of Labor and Industry: 'I look forward to partnering with her to build a stronger future for our state'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 18, 2023

On Aug. 10, Gov. Greg Gianforte named Sarah Swanson as the new commissioner to helm the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Swanson was previously Director of Strategic Engagement for DLI, where she was responsible for connecting education and workforce needs.

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Small business advocates push for permanent extension of tax deduction

By Big Sky Times | Aug 18, 2023

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published a guest editorial on its Montana webpage, highlighting a significant Congressional proposal.

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Gen. Thomas Bussiere: 'These measures will stay in place until I am satisfied that we are providing our missile community with a safe and clean work environment'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 17, 2023

Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) is taking measures to tackle hazardous PCBs at Malmstrom AFB, Montana, after the Missile Community Cancer Study reveals rising health concerns, according to an Aug. 7 press release. Other bases, including Minot AFB in North Dakota, also show troubling signs.

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Montana Attorney General Accuses Planned Parenthood of Legal Violations; Group Denies Allegations

By Big Sky Times Report | Aug 17, 2023

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has accused Planned Parenthood of Montana of legal violations, including withholding assault reports, according to the Montana Free Press. Planned Parenthood dismissed the allegations as "baseless."

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Governor Gianforte Announces Historic Tax Cuts at Action Electric Inc. Press Conference

By Big Sky Times Report | Aug 17, 2023

On August 11, 2023, Governor Greg Gianforte announced over a dozen tax bills, resulting in the largest tax cut in Montana's history, including immediate rebates and long-term relief for families and businesses.

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Youths Triumph in Historic Montana Climate Lawsuit

By Big Sky Times Report | Aug 17, 2023

In a historic ruling, 16 young Montanans won a constitutional climate trial, as Judge Kathy Seeley declared the Montana Environmental Policy Act Limitation unconstitutional, marking a substantial victory for environmental rights.

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Montana faces tax hike threat as small business deduction nears expiration

By Big Sky Times | Aug 17, 2023

Montana's small businesses, which make up over 90% of the state's enterprises, are facing significant challenges.

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53 people die from diseases of the heart in Montana during week ending July 22

By Big Sky Times | Aug 16, 2023

There were 53 deaths from diseases of the heart reported in Montana in the week ending July 22, making up 24.3% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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NFIB president urges Congress to make Small Business Deduction permanent

By Big Sky Times | Aug 16, 2023

Brad Close, President of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), recently spoke with Peter Christian on KGVO-AM in Missoula, Montana.

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49 people die from cancer in Montana during week ending July 22

By Big Sky Times | Aug 15, 2023

There were 49 deaths from cancer reported in Montana in the week ending July 22, making up 22.5% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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12 people die from cerebrovascular diseases in Montana during week ending July 22

By Big Sky Times | Aug 14, 2023

There were 12 deaths from cerebrovascular diseases reported in Montana in the week ending July 22, making up 5.5% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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11 people die from chronic lower respiratory diseases in Montana during week ending July 22

By Big Sky Times | Aug 13, 2023

There were 11 deaths from chronic lower respiratory diseases reported in Montana in the week ending July 22, making up five% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.

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Less than 10 people die from Alzheimer's disease in Montana during week ending July 22

By Big Sky Times | Aug 12, 2023

There were less than 10 deaths from Alzheimer's disease reported in Montana in the week ending July 22, making up less than 4.6% of total deaths by all causes in Montana.