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The latest business news from Northwest Montana and beyond. In-depth coverage of local enterprises, economic trends, market updates, and entrepreneurial success stories.
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…
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Happenings at Flathead businesses
Business specializes in repairing outdoor gear
Owner Perry Leysens initially learned how to sew in order to salvage his own gear.
Nomad GCS expanding operations to Libby
Mike Hahn, marketing director for Nomad, said the company's initial goal is to hire 20 to 50 people with a goal of 100 to 200 in the future.
Huckleberry pickers aren’t crooks, and cabbage is OK for pigs
House Ag hears ‘red tape relief’ bills
World Bank: Recession a looming threat for global economy
The World Bank warns the global economy will come "perilously close" to a recession this year, led by weaker growth in the world's top economies — the United S…
Europe has avoided energy collapse. But is the crisis over?
Warm weather is helping Europe keep the lights and heat on this winter despite Russia cutting off most of its natural gas supply to the continent.
US stocks edge lower ahead of company earnings updates
Stocks edged lower in uncertain trading on Wall Street ahead of key updates this week on inflation and company earnings.
Small businesses to tackle long list of challenges in 2023
Small businesses face a mix of old and new challenges as 2023 begins. A looming recession, still high inflation and labor woes are a few things small businesse…
Kansas City grocery opens with Amazon technology to change the way we shop and eat
A new grocery store opened Friday in Kansas City’s East Crossroads, bringing not only healthy and organic food to residents but also state-of-the-art technology and a venue for local businesses to expand their reac…
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Changes proposed to Montana's alcohol licensing laws
The state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABC) is now doing $203 million in business and growing, said Becky Schlauch, the division administrator for th…
Flathead Business Newsmakers
Happenings at Flathead businesses
Inn remodeled into unique Après Whitefish hotel
Owners describe the Après Whitefish hotel, at 800 Spokane Avenue, as a modern, stylish and comfortable place for adventurous travelers to immerse themselves in…
State Department of Revenue reminds businesses about reporting requirement
Businesses with a statewide market value greater than $300,000 in business equipment are required to report the equipment they own as of Jan. 1, 2023, by March 1 to avoid a 20% penalty.
Proposals sought for potato research
Proposals should relate to demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects designed to address needs and opportunities for the Montana potato industry.