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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 …
Debt limit talks in standstill as Republicans, White House face 'real differences'
It is unclear when negotiations would resume, though talks could pick up again over the weekend.
Montana bans TikTok. But can the state enforce the law?
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte on Wednesday signed into law a first-of-its kind bill that makes it illegal for TikTok to operate in the state, setting up a potent…
How a Fed increase could affect credit card debt, auto loans
On Wednesday, the central bank boosted its benchmark rate by a quarter-point to 5.1%. Rates on credit cards, mortgages and auto loans, which have been surging …
Repelled by high car prices, Americans are holding on to their vehicles longer than ever
Americans are keeping their cars longer than ever. The average age of a passenger vehicle on U.S. roads hit a record 12.5 years this year, according to data ga…
NYC skyscrapers turning to carbon capture to lessen climate change
The goal is to stop that climate-warming gas from entering the atmosphere. And there's a dire need for reducing emissions from skyscrapers like these in such a…
Macron vows to build back factories, boost France's economy shaken by pension protests
It's a big challenge, as France reels from protracted protests, rising food and energy prices and other fallout from the Ukraine war.
Europe's economic outlook brightens a little after avoiding recession. But inflation still squeezes
The outlook for the 20 countries using the euro currency improved to growth of 1.1% this year from 0.9% in February's predictions, the European Commission said…
Discover Kalispell celebrates travel industry during national week
There were 12.5 million nonresident visitors to Montana last year and nonresident visitors contributed more than $5.82 billion to Montana’s economy in 2022, including $315 million in state and local taxes.
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Former Casey's to house new restaurant in downtown Whitefish
This summer, the building, now called 101 Central, is set to have a new restaurant called Herb and Omni. In addition, there will be entertainment upstairs at t…
Michael’s gas station owners celebrate 25th anniversary
For 25 years, Michael and Sherri Hayes have owned the business located at the busy U.S. 2 and Meridian Road.
Self-taught pizza chef hones craft of perfect pies
Nick Erickson, the owner and self-made pizza chef, said that upon opening the pizzeria, he had no previous restaurant experience.
Evergreen security company protects the world
The security company handles the installation and maintenance of hundreds of security systems for critical infrastructures around the world.
New restaurant expected to open this summer in Evergreen
Two Brothers Cafe, owned and operated by Nick and Esmeralda Aliu, is set to be open seven days per week from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Northwest Truck owner has longtime passion for working on vehicles
The Flathead Valley native is now only 33, but has already turned his automotive passions into two thriving businesses, with his recent acquisitions of Northwe…