AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUtility Rates & Regulation: Montana Dakota Utilities is seeking a 14.5% electric rate increase in North Dakota, which would add about $19 a month for the average customer, raising pressure on households already squeezed by rising costs. Public Lands & Wildlife: Montana conservation groups are backing Seth Bodnar for U.S. Senate, arguing public lands are under attack and urging steadier stewardship; a separate piece urges a more cautious approach to wolf hunting near Yellowstone amid disease and uncertainty over statewide estimates. Energy & Deals: Olympio Metals says it has acquired Montana’s Raven silver project and Idaho’s Sawtooth antimony play, positioning the company for the critical-minerals push. Local Business & Community: A new Great Falls food truck, Bootlegger Bandit, is booked through August after launching earlier this year, showing how mobile retail can plug into festivals and fairs. Health & Safety: Billings-area HVAC crews are working long shifts as extreme heat drives a surge in air conditioner repairs. Politics & Courts: Brad Molnar is asking a state judge to block Gov. Gianforte from appointing his replacement after Molnar’s suspension. Business Climate: A CNBC ranking places Wisconsin 22nd for business, a reminder of how states compete on workforce, quality of life, and infrastructure.
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