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Butte, MT Located at the crossroads of I-90 and I-15, Butte is a city with a very diversified economy and has become recognized as a transportation hub for commerce and tourism. High-tech companies such as MSE Technology Applications Incorporated are pioneering new innovations in aerospace engineering, energy research, and environmental technologies. St. James Healthcare is a leading regional medical healthcare facility undergoing $30 million in renovations. Finally, Montana Tech stands as an anchor for the local community providing skilled professionals to manage and operate Butte's growing economy. Butte began in the early 1880's as a small mining claim, and at the turn-of-the-century was one of the largest cities west of the Mississippi. "The Richest Hill on Earth" has described Butte for more than 100 years. Located virtually on the Continental Divide, surrounded by mountains, the "Mile High City" lies on some of the world's richest mineral reserves. Butte's colorful history can be seen in its ethnic neighborhoods, preserved Victorian uptown business district, and stately mansions. Please look at the following websites for more information about Butte.
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