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A new poll finds rural voters are feeling the squeeze, with concerns about the economy, cost of living, groceries, gas and health care.

Montana is trying to attract data centers, but a new poll finds most voters oppose having one nearby and want protections against higher electricity costs.

Montana diesel has climbed above $6 a gallon, and the higher fuel costs could eventually affect everything from groceries to construction.

Montana's workforce hit a record high in 2025, while low unemployment, rising wages and strong economic growth gave the state more good economic news.

Montana could move to a 4.7% flat income tax, but the savings wouldn't be equal. Here's who could benefit the most.

Nearly 2,400 acres of Stillwater County land could soon be generating solar power, mostly for customers in other states. Not everyone is happy about it.

Quantica, Sabey, and Atlas together wanted roughly 1,650 megawatts. NorthWestern Energy's total Montana capacity sits around 1,600 megawatts.

For a state people have been moving to in droves, Montana's overall ranking of 29th might surprise a few of those newcomers.

A University of Montana study found that out of a hypothetical $20 billion data center investment in the state, only around $2 billion would actually reach Montana workers, contractors, and businesses.

Montana's economy is growing, but rising housing costs, taxes, and expenses have many residents wondering who is benefiting from the state's success.