AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMontana Politics: A Helena jury found former state Senate President Jason Ellsworth guilty of misdemeanor official misconduct tied to two $170,000 no-bid contracts in December 2024, with sentencing set for Sept. 10. Public Lands & Range Management: Montana ranchers say federal red tape is stalling basic rangeland improvements like stock water pipelines, as BLM environmental reviews fall behind. Agriculture & Rural Life: Registration is open for Montana Farmers Union’s 111th Annual Convention in Bozeman (Oct. 15–18), with workshops and policy votes shaping the 2027 legislative session. Economy & Jobs: Gov. Greg Gianforte reports Montana’s unemployment rate dipped slightly to 3.3% in June. Tourism & Housing Pressure: A new University of Montana study says short-term rentals generated more than $755 million in visitor spending in 2025. Health: The CDC says cyclosporiasis cases have topped 4,000 across 41 states, with Montana listed among states not reporting cases in the latest update. Community Events: Park County’s 4-H Horse Show gave young riders hands-on horsemanship competition.
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