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US home sales flat in April as lackluster spring homebuying season lurches forward
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes were essentially flat in April, another lackluster showing for the housing…
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Super Bowl ads keep it light by using nostalgia and stars
This year, crypto ads and automakers are advertising less since those industries are facing problems.
Russia announces cut to oil output over Western price caps
Analysts have said one possible Russian response to the cap would be to slash production to try to raise oil prices, which could eventually flow through to hig…
Mexico's inflation rises, leading to interest rate hike
The Bank of Mexico said inflation was not going down as expected, and was likely to remain high for some time.
Boeing plans to cut about 2,000 finance and HR jobs in 2023
A statement by the Virginia company says the jobs will be reduced "through a combination of attrition and layoffs" this year.
Britcoin? UK gets closer to launching a digital currency
Britcoin is moving closer to reality. U.K. authorities say British businesses and consumers are likely to need a digital version of the pound.
Marijuana advertising bill hearing highlights confusion over existing law
Proponents consider it a return to the intent of the 2020 voter initiative, but dispensary owners and cannabis advocates think it could cripple the industry.
Economic outlook conference talks "in-migration"
The seminar’s keynote speaker, economist Bryce Ward, discussed the trends driving the increase in Montana’s popularity — often attributed to the hit television show “Yellowstone” — and what the state’s future might…
Neighbors, lawmakers want pot industry to keep the smell inside
Depending on where you live and what direction the wind blows, the smell of marijuana growers is ruining some neighborhoods, according to Rep. Jedidiah Hinkle, R-Belgrade, who wants pot cultivators to install air f…
Camp Scout and Gather place to mingle with variety of activities
The entire property, known as Camp Scout and Gather, has become the newest place for the local community to mingle.
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Flathead contractors recognized for excellence in construction
Local contractors Sandry Construction, Big Sky Civil Constructors and Montana Civil Contractors, Martel Construction, and Swank Enterprises were recently recog…
Build Montana program earns second national award
Build Montana, the heavy equipment program and workforce initiative created through a partnership between the Montana Contractors Association and the Montana E…
Nostalgia sells; nostalgia with a twist can be a smash
Those oldies but goodies keep popping up today, but increasingly with a twist.