Published on Tue, 09/06/2016 - 3:42pm
HELENA, Mont. — Montana's wages are still among the lowest in the nation, but they are rising faster than the national average despite declines in the energy industry, according to a report released Tuesday.
Jobs and wages have emerged as key issues in this year's governor's race between Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock and Republican challenger Greg Gianforte. Both candidates addressed jobs and wages in separate public appearances Tuesday as their campaigns kick into high gear two months before the Nov. 8 election.