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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 …
The Nook embraces wellness and art in Bigfork
The Nook at Bigfork Bay encompasses Aiology Works, an acoustic and vibral healing studio and Bluebird and Honeybee, a mercantile offering locally curated artis…
Independent bookselling expanded again in 2022, with new and diverse stores opening nationwide
Once overwhelmingly white, the booksellers association added 46 stores last year that reported diverse ownership.
Venmo to be officially available for teenagers, although many use it already
Using Venmo won't necessarily be new to a good number of teens — parents often set up accounts for their children through their own accounts, which is a violation of Venmo's terms of service.
A measure of inflation that is closely tracked by the Federal Reserve increased in April
Friday's report from the government also showed that despite rising prices, consumers remain buoyant.
Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink says it has US approval to begin trials in people
The company made the announcement on Twitter Thursday evening but has provided no details about a potential study, which was not listed on the U.S. government …
Businesses addressing local child care shortage
Local businesses and child care centers are looking to partner up and offer child care benefits in an effort to attract and retain employees, with a lack of ea…
Bonjour Bakery combines French and Argentinian flavors into tasty treats
Bonjour Bakery and Bistro in Kalispell specializes in providing authentic dulce de leche and other Argentinian and French inspired treats to the Flathead Valle…
Montana tourism officials say pandemic boom likely over
Tourism levels in Flathead County are expected to remain roughly the same as last year, with high costs and changing traveler attitudes putting the brakes on t…
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New heavy duty parts supplier opens in Kalispell
The 8,100-square-foot facility includes a retail display and a parts warehouse.
Eddie’s Cafe in Apgar undergoes makeover
Owner Brian Kelly has been overseeing a remodel of the Apgar landmark in Glacier National Park from late last year through the winter.
Federal Reserve Chair Powell hints at a pause in rate hikes when central bank meets next month
Several Fed officials have suggested that the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and two others might have little impact.
Japan's economy rebounds on healthy consumption as COVID restrictions ease, tourists arrive
Real gross domestic product, which measures the sum value of a nation's products and services, grew 0.4% in January-March on-quarter in the world's third large…
Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits, labor market still showing strength
It turns out the recent jump in jobless benefit applications was largely due to fraudulent applications in Massachusetts, where claims fell this week by more t…
Scammers targeting landowners with goal of fake sales
Realtors say the area is particularly susceptible to these attempts, as there is an abundance of vacant land — much of which is owned by people living in other…