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The latest business news from Northwest Montana and beyond. In-depth coverage of local enterprises, economic trends, market updates, and entrepreneurial success stories.
US home sales flat in April as lackluster spring homebuying season lurches forward
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes were essentially flat in April, another lackluster showing for the housing…
Older Americans say it's a good time to find a job. Younger people aren't buying it, new poll finds
A new poll finds that younger Americans are more pessimistic than older ones about the state of the job market. This is a sudden reversal from just three years…
Limited yield: High costs force Northwest Montana farmers to restrict wheat planting
But turning the grain into staple foods sold at the bakery and served on the dinner table is facing challenges, as market constraints and the high cost to prod…
Small farm, big dreams at Lily Bend Farm
When the couple purchased 5 acres in Evergreen several years ago, a big, beautiful garden was always the goal. But they knew it was going to take a lot of hard…
The water infrastructure behind Montana's legacy crops
The broader ag economy runs on hay, wheat, barley, canola, and cattle. Hay alone covers more acreage than every other crop combined.
Prom season keeps Kalispell shop busy
High schoolers don’t have many options to shop for formal wear locally in Northwest Montana.
Flathead Business Watercooler
Events happening related to business in the Flathead Valley
Manufacturing Alliance: Crafting beer alongside Montana’s agricultural roots
Bias Brewing is building community through craft brewing in Downtown Kalispell and at its roots are Montana agriculture products.
UM Women in Business student club builds community
She came up with an idea for a Women in Business student club, where female students could network, offer mentorship and grow professionally in traditionally m…
Stories of adaptation
For this month’s edition of Insights, we take a closer look at agriculture from two perspectives that, while very different in scale, reflect many of the same …
Business Newsmakers
Announcements related to business
Remote working encouraged at leading English cricket club seeking to boost attendances
Working from home is the new normal for millions of people in the U.K., and Surrey County Cricket Club has spotted an opportunity to galvanize attendances at i…
Walmart breaks its no-frills mold with in-store beauty experts and personalized advice
Walmart customers may find something new the next time they’re looking for makeup and skin care products: in-store advisers offering personalized tips and reco…
Taqueria Jalisco brings fresh flavors to the Flathead
Opened in August 2025, Taqueria Jalisco brings a mix of traditional Western Mexican and California-fusion street foods to Evergreen.
Mountain Physical Therapy and Fitness Center puts patients first
She said owning a medical clinic is not for the faint of heart—there are hiring challenges, insurance payouts to wait on and costly equipment to repair. But, c…