Erin McCleary fishes a small stream near Butte, Montana. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)

How Land Use Affects Montana’s Economy

Do counties with access to ski resorts, open space or national parks have greater economic growth and prosperity in the long run?
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Tourists lean over a railing to observe geothermal features in Yellowstone National Park. (Design Pics, AP Photo)

Montana’s Tourism Industry Rebounds Through the Pandemic

Despite the challenges of closed borders, schools and businesses, travelers set records in Montana's state and national parks.
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A now hiring sign advertises job openings outside a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant. (Phelan Ebenhack, AP Photo)

Resolving Montana’s Labor Shortage

Demand in the economy has roared back with unexpected speed, but employers are having trouble hiring back laid-off workers.
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A RV is parked on Sacco Drive next to an affordable housing development under construction in Bozeman. (Rachel Leathe, Bozeman Daily Chronicle)

Tackling Housing Affordability in Montana

With few affordable homes available for households earning a low income, many are being priced out of housing markets.
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