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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 …
New Seattle airport terminal lacks space for enough planes
In a letter sent in August to Clark Construction, which built the new facility, the Port said the 20% shortfall in capacity could cause "damages to the Port's …
Microchips or microgreens? Oregon tweaks farm protection law
Lawmakers backing a bill that also provides about $200 million in grants to chipmakers said it's needed to make Oregon more competitive in luring more of the m…
California seeks federal help for salmon fishers facing ban
Dealing a blow to the Pacific Northwest's salmon fishing industry, the Pacific Fishery Management Council approved the closure Thursday for fall-run Chinook fi…
Biden is set to propose toughest-ever rules on car pollution to spur EV sales
The proposed standards on cars and light trucks, set to be announced Wednesday in Detroit, are expected to govern tailpipe emissions of carbon dioxide, smog-forming nitrogen oxide and other pollution from vehicles …
Billings Clinic plans pay cuts amid talks to integrate with Logan Health
Montana’s largest independent health system Billings Clinic is cutting salaries and implementing a hiring freeze in an attempt to cut expenses.
Bank survey shows Japan's businesses turning pessimistic
The headline measure in the Bank of Japan quarterly survey called "tankan" found such sentiments stood at plus 1, down from plus 7 in December. It's the worst …
Oil producers' cuts could boost gasoline prices, help Russia
Russia is joining in by extending its own cuts for the rest of the year.
UFC, WWE combine to form $21.4B sports entertainment company
A new publicly traded company will house the UFC and World Wrestling Entertainment brands, with Endeavor Group Holdings Inc. taking a 51% controlling interest …
WSJ: McDonald's closes U.S. offices ahead of layoffs
The Wall Street Journal cited an internal email from the Chicago fast-food giant saying U.S. corporate staff and some employees overseas should work from home …
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Whitefish company develops soccer ball made of recycled denim
Legend Soccer’s latest product, the Zanya ball, is made for intense play in the street, at home or in the backyard and emulates the same environmentally-friend…
Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse set to reopen
The past four months have been spent fixing drywall, repainting, replacing floors, and updating the kitchen, according to the business.
Job fair features more than 100 employers
The event includes two segments – high school career exploration and a job fair.
Kohl’s to open Kalispell store at end of April
The Kohl’s department store in Kalispell is set to open on Friday, April 28.
Pizza shop owner stretches for win at World Pizza Games
Joe Ledwidge, owner of Ranger Joe’s Pizza, has been practicing his dough stretch for what his industry calls “the Olympics of pizza.”