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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 …
US tax breaks lure European clean tech companies as EU lags
That's because a new U.S. clean energy law offers generous tax credits — up to 40% of costs — in what is a "massive, massive incentive" for producing in Americ…
Minnesota settles lawsuit against e-cigarette maker Juul
The terms will be kept confidential until formal papers are publicly filed with the court in 30 days, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said in a statem…
Wall Street holds steady as earnings season kicks into gear
The S&P 500 was virtually unchanged in its first trading after squeezing out its fourth winning week in the last five.
US dollar scarcity threatens Bolivia's 'economic miracle'
The scarcity of the greenback, which opposition politicians attribute to the Central Bank running out of hard currency reserves and the government blames on sp…
Couple finds creative outlet in leatherwork
The husband-wife team now creates high quality leather bags and accessories under the name Beargrass Leather.
Photographer hopes to tell story through images
Austin Seback loves being able to pursue his true passion of photography.
TikTok ban gets final approval by Montana Legislature
Montana's House gave final passage Friday to a bill banning the social media app TikTok from operating in the state, a move that's bound to face legal challeng…
County, city leaders propose reshaping the narrative around growth
Community leaders proposed reshaping the public perception of growth and development in Flathead County via a multiyear campaign at the Kalispell Chamber of Co…
Flathead again the fastest growing county in Montana
Flathead County was the fastest growing county in Montana from July 2021 to July 2022, with 3,089 new residents counted in that time according to recently rele…
MSU’s manufacturing center launches apprenticeship program
The Certified Manufacturing Associate Apprenticeship is a one-year program that combines on-the-job training with online technical classes on topics like safety, math and measurements, manufacturing processes, and …
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Don 'K' Subaru makes donation to Sparrow’s Nest
The donations come from a portion of the sale price of every new Subaru sold or leased during the November through December 2022 campaign, plus $50 per sale or…
Duo assists with home organization to create beautiful spaces
With their new business, Simply Organized Montana, the two women are bringing a luxury home organization experience to the Flathead Valley.
Stack Financial Management included on best-of lists
Stack Financial Management manages over $1.7 billion in assets for individuals, families, and business owners across Montana and the U.S.
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