AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIndigenous Pride & Community: Three new Siksikaitsitapi princesses were crowned at the Siksikaitsitapi Powwow to represent the Blackfoot Confederacy and Whoop-Up Days across the year. Arts in Montana: The Governor’s Arts Awards named six Montanans for top honors, including Missoula rock artist Jeff Ament and Bozeman visual artists Clyde Aspevig, David Fjeld, and Carrie Krause. STEM & Rural Education: A $3 million NSF grant is helping retain Montana teachers in rural areas and on reservations, including support for a rural science teacher pursuing a master’s through Montana State University’s fellowship. Housing + Training on the Flathead Reservation: The Tiwahe Initiative and CSKT partnered on a building trades pilot that teaches job safety and home repair skills to help address both workforce shortages and the affordable housing gap. Outdoor Life & Access: UM doctoral research is spotlighting how e-bikes spark heated trail debates, with hikers and riders clashing over shared public lands. Wildlife Safety: Missoula County is tracking West Nile virus in mosquitoes, while officials note it’s uncommon but life-threatening. Local Culture Calendar: Community event listings run Aug. 21–23, plus a SAFE Harbor Art Auction fundraiser is set for Oct. 24 in Ronan.
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