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…
Tutvedt earns state Chamber award
The Montana Chamber of Commerce has named Sen. Bruce Tutvedt, R-Kalispell, the Legislature’s Most Valuable Policymaker.
Going to work - at home: Workers see benefits of telecommuting in rural areas
Each morning, Tracy Freeman wakes up and gets mentally prepared for the day ahead.
The Toggery opens spacious store in historic downtown Kalispell building
Healthy berry treats selling like crazy in Whitefish
Not many people have an “aha” moment on a Hawaiian beach that leads to a new business venture, but a lucky few do. That’s where the idea for Mountain Berry Bow…
Fire impacts business around the park
EAST GLACIER — As the Reynolds Creek Fire marched along on the far side of St. Mary Lake, the smoky haze over St. Mary progressively increased throughout Wedne…
Firm stitches out national niche
Technical outerwear is no longer just for outdoor enthusiasts.
E-bike trend catching on in the Flathead Valley
Reinventing the wheel is much harder than innovating the gears turning that wheel.
Rural Fortine microbrewery sees rapid growth
H.A. Brewing Co. head brewer and owner Chris Neill has put his own spin on that famous “Field of Dreams” quote: “If you build it, they will come.”
Businesses honored for workplace excellence
Kalispell KIDDS and Park Side Credit Union have received the Montana State Employers’ Council’s Employer of Choice Award for Flathead County.
Former Griz coach sets up strength shop
A strength and conditioning facility is set to open in Kalispell to help athletes across the valley reach their full potential.
Bakery, winery win state ag grants
Two local businesses are benefiting from state grants that will help them build better, more sustainable businesses in the future.
Kalispell Brewing expanding capacity
In just nine months of operation, Kalispell Brewing Co. proved that the Flathead Valley was thirsty for its beers.
Crafter turns love of leather into business
In a world of mass-produced clothing and assembly-line toys, some people prefer one-of-a-kind items and pieces that have a history.
Levitation Nation offers aerial fitness classes
If you’ve ever wanted to float in the air, Mindy Cochran can make it happen.
Worth the wait: Public embraces new Flathead Lake Brewing Co. pubhouse