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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.
From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink their spending
The behavior changes observed so far are subtle, such as altered routines for buying gasoline and fewer visits to …
New US rules to protect animal farmers expected soon
The Biden administration plans to issue a new rule to protect the rights of farmers who raise cows, chickens and hogs against the country's largest meat proces…
US service sector grows, albeit slightly slower in June
US service sector grows, albeit slightly slower in June
Credit union provides financial literacy resources
Credit union provides financial literacy resources
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Lumber prices begin to drop after record high
After climbing to record highs, lumber prices are finally starting to fall. The long-awaited break in the wood products market already is creating ripple effec…
Dance instructor opens studio for all abilities in Kalispell
Chelsea Speer dances to her own beat at Turning Pointe Dance. Her new studio opened last month on U.S. 93, where Speer offers dance classes unlike most others …
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Flathead Business Watercooler
Flathead Business Watercooler
Tips for renting a car in the middle of a shortage
Tips for navigating the rental car market
Ransomware attack before holiday leaves companies scrambling
Businesses around the world rushed Saturday to contain a ransomware attack that has paralyzed their computer networks, a situation complicated in the U.S. by o…
Judge dismisses gov't antitrust lawsuits against Facebook
A federal judge on Monday dismissed antitrust lawsuits brought against Facebook by the Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of state attorneys general, dea…
Protect your small business from ransomware attacks
The Better Business Bureau offers tips for keeping small businesses secure from ransomware attacks.
Razor start-up firm relocates to Kalispell
Paul Tappon and Mike Sopuch are on the cutting edge of the razor industry. The pair of University of Montana graduates founded Uno Shave Co. in 2019 in an effo…
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Food truck is long-awaited dream for Whitefish grad
Golden Sammies food truck, owned and operated by Robert Bertelsen, serves up unique sandwiches across the Flathead.