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Two Major Energy Projects Advance Across Eastern Montana
BILLINGS, Mont. — Two major energy infrastructure projects are advancing across eastern Montana, bringing the prospect of billions of dollars in construction investment, new jobs and payments to rural landowners… Read More
PSC Staff Recommends Approval of NorthWestern Energy, Black Hills Merger
HELENA, Mont. — Staff at the Montana Public Service Commission has recommended approval of the proposed merger between NorthWestern Energy and South Dakota-based Black Hills Corporation, concluding the transaction would… Read More
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From Pharmacy to Policy: UM Student Finds Her Voice on Montana Board of Regents
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Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Reach 10-Year Deal for 850 F-35 Fighter Jets
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a 10-year framework agreement covering at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets for the U.S. military, with the defense contractor… Read More
Montana State names Cyndi Johnson as 2026 Outstanding Ag Leader
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Federal Reserve Report Shows Rising Family Wealth
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Election Prediction Markets Surpass $1.4 Billion
WASHINGTON — More than $1.4 billion has been traded on prediction markets tied to the 2026 midterm elections, marking a major expansion of an industry that allows investors to wager… Read More
Michigan Attorney General Race Tightens as Republicans Target Democratic-Held Seat
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan’s race for attorney general is drawing increased national attention as Republican and Democratic organizations pour resources into a closely contested election to replace term-limited Democratic Attorney… Read More
Rounds Leads Bengs in South Dakota Senate Race
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Republican U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds holds an eight-point lead over independent challenger Brian Bengs in a new statewide poll, although the survey reveals significant differences among… Read More
Hageman, Byrd Face Off in Wyoming Senate
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Amazon Earnings Thursday: Wall Street Expects $202 Billion in Revenue as AI Spending Surges
SEATTLE — Amazon is scheduled to report third-quarter earnings Thursday, Oct. 29, with Wall Street expecting double-digit revenue growth as investors assess the company’s expanding artificial intelligence investments, cloud computing… Read More
Microsoft, Alphabet Earnings Wednesday to Test Wall Street’s AI Optimism
NEW YORK — Microsoft and Alphabet are scheduled to report quarterly earnings Wednesday, Oct. 28, giving Wall Street a closely watched assessment of artificial intelligence spending, cloud computing demand and… Read More
Coca-Cola Earnings Preview: Wall Street Expects Higher Profits as Investors Watch Consumer Spending
ATLANTA — Coca-Cola is scheduled to report third-quarter earnings Tuesday, Oct. 27, with Wall Street expecting higher revenue and profits as investors assess whether the beverage giant can maintain sales… Read More
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