Business
The latest business news from Northwest Montana and beyond. In-depth coverage of local enterprises, economic trends, market updates, and entrepreneurial success stories.
Whitefish chamber selects new executive director
Veteran chamber professional and businesswoman Katherine Archibald has been named the next executive director of t…
New Whitefish eatery taps into authentic Mexican cuisine, tequila
The former site of McGarry’s Roadhouse on Wisconsin Avenue in Whitefish has been completely transformed for the opening of Jalisco Cantina, a new Mexican resta…
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What employers should know about COVID-19 contact tracing
The Better Business Bureau Northwest and Pacific Region is alerting employers to cybersecurity issues associated with COVID-19 contact-tracing solutions.
At fireworks stands, business is booming
COVID-19 has sparked a growing interest in fireworks stands leading up to 4th of July, according to managers at the outposts around the valley.
New owners open roadside attraction
Heading along U.S. 2 near the west entrance to Glacier National Park, it’s hard to miss the sight of multi-colored basketball hoops, bumper boats and a giant s…
Outdoor store launches in Whitefish
Andy Techmanski has his sights set on July 3 to launch his new hunting, fishing and outdoor apparel company in Whitefish.
Decor experts prepare houses for real estate market
Real estate is one local industry that has stayed strong amid the COVID-19 pandemic, so it seemed like no better time for Jamie Wenzel and Kim Rose to debut th…
New owners emphasize C-Falls greens open to all golfers
Many area business owners are discovering local customers are the key to sustaining their business throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom and Gerlinde Waters we…
Athletes get into the swing of things at new gym
Flathead Gymnastics Academy is taking a big leap, but that’s nothing new for the local gymnastics program.
Sports card store busier than ever
Success is in the cards for Tony Sibert, the owner of Sports Cards Plus in Evergreen. Despite widespread economic hardship for many local retailers due to COVI…
Whitefish campaign promotes responsible tourism
Visitors are returning to town, and Whitefish wants to make sure they do so with some safety guidelines in mind.
Local businesses struggle to find seasonal staff
As local businesses have been ramping up again in the wake of the coronavirus restrictions, many employers are finding they don’t have the seasonal staff to re…
Food truck offers Korean cuisine in C-Falls
Janet Paek and Justin Johnston plan to introduce the valley to a little Seoul Food — that is, traditional cuisine typically found in Seoul, South Korea, such a…
Facility puts a new spin on laundry
It’s probably safe to say not much has changed in the world of laundry for many years. But Derek and Macie Oja are setting out to shake things up with their ne…
Dairy operation adds hamburger sales
Kalispell Kreamery is finding a creative new way to navigate the uncertain food supply amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. The beloved farm started selling hamburger…