Business
The latest business news from Northwest Montana and beyond. In-depth coverage of local enterprises, economic trends, market updates, and entrepreneurial success stories.
Oil prices keep swinging up and down, and so do stocks worldwide
Oil prices swung after a scare overnight where prices popped and then moderated, and the yo-yo moves kept stock ma…
New restaurant features traditional Vietnamese soup
Pho 888 held a delayed grand opening on July 29 after a few weeks of extra preparation, but owners Thomas and Shannon Trinh have been getting ready to open the…
Whitefish boutique crosses half-century mark
The Village Shop in Whitefish is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Tami Yunck has owned the clothing store since 2006, and she said the shop has “mad…
Vietnamese restaurant opens on busy corner
“It takes a long time, but it’s worth it,” Chi Tran said to describe the mentality of her new Vietnamese restaurant, Chi Café. This mindset not only refers to …
Caterer switches to take-out barbecue in Whitefish
After serving the Flathead Valley barbecued meat for 15 years as a mobile caterer, Ed McGrew has transformed his business into Ed McGrew’s BBQ joint on Spokane…
Business watercooler
Best Practice Medicine of Bozeman, which recently opened an office at 600 Windmill Drive,Suite B, off U.S.2 near Columbia Falls, will hold an open house tour and barbecue from noon to 5 p.m. today, July 28. The med…
J.C. Penney celebrates 105th anniversary in Kalispell
J.C. Penney Co. in Kalispell is celebrating its 105th anniversary this year, making it one of the oldest businesses in the Flathead Valley.
'Gentleman' pawnbroker promises honesty, integrity
Jack Jones wore a sweat-stained Stetson. A red bandanna ringed his neck. His drawl betrayed West Texas roots.
Travelers losing money to 'Expedia' impostors
Hang up the phone! If you’re trying to call a travel company’s customer service number you found via search engine, read on before dialing. The Better Business Bureau has just learned about a network of scammers us…
Tech alliance lists Montana companies to watch
The Montana High Tech Business Alliance has announced a list of eight Montana High-Growth Companies to Watch in 2019.
Montana Chamber names 2019 'Champions of Business'
Rep. Frank Garner, R-Kalispell and Sen. Dan Salomon, R-Ronan, were recognized as 2019 “Champions of Business” the Montana Chamber of Commerce.
Popular Whitefish bakery moves downtown
Fleur is blooming in downtown Whitefish. Even in the midst of a power outage an hour before closing time on Wednesday, a steady stream of customers poured into…
Tasting room opens in downtown Kalispell
Julie Davison opened Kalispell’s newest winery with a little help from her friends.
New Bigfork restaurant quickly gains customer base
Two o’clock on a Wednesday afternoon might seem like a slow time for a restaurant, but not for Hillside Pub and Grub. The new restaurant opened the end of May …
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Flathead Area Young Professionals will meet for their monthly Espresso Yourself series from 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell. The focus is plans for Kal…
Dealers fill booths of antiques market
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