Closure of Glasgow Air Force Base Linked to Decline of St. Marie, Montana
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What happened
The town of St. Marie, located near Glasgow, Montana, has experienced a dramatic population decline since the Glasgow Air Force Base closed in 1976. The town, which once had a population of over 7,000, now has fewer than 500 residents. The air strip remains in use today, though many buildings, including a hospital and schools, are empty.
From xlcountry.com
Why it matters
The closure of the base caused the town to dry up, leading to residents moving away and houses becoming empty. This decline in population and economic activity in the region requires legislative and policy responses from Montana.
From xlcountry.com
Who's involved
- MontanaState where the town of St. Marie is located
- Missoula CountyCounty that contains the town of St. Marie
- Montana LegislatureLegislative body of Montana
- Greg GianfortePolitician who exercises executive authority in Montana
- Kristen JurasPolitician who exercises executive authority and issues regulatory orders in Montana