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![Report: Montana’s economy slows after post-pandemic boost](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/03/Technology-business.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Report: Montana’s economy slows after post-pandemic boost
According to data presented Tuesday, 2021 marked the year of peak growth, and while wages and salaries may be less affected during an economic slowdown, reduced home borrowing will be a drag on growth.
![Democratic gubernatorial candidate Busse lays out policy priorities](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-Busse.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Busse lays out policy priorities
Candidate Ryan Busse accused Gov. Greg Gianforte of being insufficiently transparent in his dealings with the public.
![Billboards used in statewide search for missing Missoula woman](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-missing-prather.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Billboards used in statewide search for missing Missoula woman
The search for Eva Masin Prather, a missing woman out of Missoula, continues with billboards going up statewide to get the word out. Masin Prather was last seen on Dec. 30.
![Montana lawmakers hear testimony on doctor, nurse burnout](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/06/attachment-health-care-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Montana lawmakers hear testimony on doctor, nurse burnout
A panel of health care providers told Montana lawmakers that burnout is a growing problem in their field – and they urged that action be taken earlier, to address the problem before it starts affecting patients’ care.
![Judge: Lawmakers should get chance to vote on Gianforte’s late veto](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2017/05/court.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Judge: Lawmakers should get chance to vote on Gianforte’s late veto
A district court judge in Helena has ruled state lawmakers should get a chance to vote on whether to overturn a veto Gov. Greg Gianforte issued on the last day of the 2023 Montana legislative session.
![Gianforte announces run for second term as Montana governor](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/03/Gianforte.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gianforte announces run for second term as Montana governor
As he enters his fourth year in office, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte is officially ready to launch his campaign for a second term.
![Knudsen testifies in Homeland Security secretary’s impeachment hearing](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-Knudsen.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Knudsen testifies in Homeland Security secretary’s impeachment hearing
Republicans in the House have accused Alejandro Mayorkas of disregarding his duty through his handling of the surge of migrants at the southern border.
![Montana quarterback Clifton McDowell enters NCAA transfer portal](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/12/attachment-Clifton-McDowell-runs-a-quarterback-keeper-for-first-down-at-the-goal-line.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Montana quarterback Clifton McDowell enters NCAA transfer portal
The senior who led the Grizzlies to the FCS national championship game this past weekend in Frisco, Texas, announced via social media Tuesday evening that he is entering the NCAA transfer portal.
![New Liquid Planet on Brooks Street in Missoula open for business](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-grille.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Liquid Planet on Brooks Street in Missoula open for business
The new location of Liquid Planet Grille opened with a "soft opening" on Monday and a full opening on the following day.
![Largest ever Sports Bet Montana handle for a Griz game](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2024/01/attachment-football2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Largest ever Sports Bet Montana handle for a Griz game
Sunday’s game against the Jackrabbits brought in a handle of $328,000, the most ever wagered through Sports Bet Montana during a Griz game, including games against rival Montana State University.