AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBillings Tourism: The city drew a record 2.8 million visitors, whose spending rose to $703 million and supported more than 10,000 jobs. Health Care: Billings Clinic and Logan Health have rebranded as One Sky Health, uniting hospitals across Montana and Wyoming. Energy: Montana regulators approved NorthWestern Energy’s merger with Black Hills Corp. in a split vote. Water and Climate: Montana rivers are reaching peak runoff earlier as warmer winters shift more precipitation to rain, raising concerns about summer water supplies, fishing and recreation. Politics: Republican Katie Zolnikov became the first woman elected speaker of the Montana House; Republicans also fared well in the state despite Democrats’ national election gains. Agriculture: A Reed Point Angus bull sold for a record $900,000, while Sweet Grass County High School is raising funds for a new hands-on agriculture science building. Community: Livingston residents are working to bring back a Kiwanis chapter focused on projects for children. Veterans: A new Billings nonprofit study highlights peer training to help identify veterans in distress and connect them with support.
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