AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHousing & Data Mapping: A new look at how GIS mapping is reshaping Montana’s housing debate, including the Montana Zoning Atlas and regulatory changes tied to sprawl. Energy & Utilities: The Montana Public Service Commission is taking public comment on NorthWestern Energy’s 20-year Integrated Resource Plan, with critics saying it leans too hard on fossil fuels and not enough on alternatives. Wildlife & Science: Montana’s proposed wolf season is under fresh scrutiny as the state moves to a new population model, with concerns that the public hasn’t been given enough clarity before harvest decisions. Local Development: A Home Depot founder’s company plans a year-round riverfront cabin retreat in Paradise Valley, adding a lodge, saloon, and outdoor activities. Education & Research: MSU–Northern won an NSF grant to upgrade lab and field equipment for geology, environmental science, archaeology, and agriculture. Tribal Legal Access: A UM law graduate, Ericka Camposan, earned admission to practice in every Montana tribal court within a year. Community Events: The Red Ants Pants Festival kicks off in White Sulphur Springs, spotlighting rural culture and local businesses.
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