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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…
Inflation dampens otherwise bright small biz holiday season
In some ways, the bustling holiday shopping season feels like a return to pre-pandemic days: More people are out and about, shopping in groups and buying for t…
Union Pacific railroad puts its shipping limits on hold
Union Pacific has put more than 1,000 of these embargoes in place this year — significantly more than all the other major freight railroads combined — as part …
Not just for kids: Toymakers aim more products at grown-ups
Long before the pandemic, many adults turned to toys from Legos to collectible items to tap into their inner childhood for comfort.
Christmas tree demand remains high despite inflation
Americans are cutting back on spending in some areas this holiday season.
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Lakeside nonprofit architectural firm earns award based on its service mission
The company notes it’s one of the only architecture firms in the world where aspiring architects can complete their full path to licensure while serving entire…
Kalispell company providing renovations for Hilton Garden Inn
Based in Kalispell, InnSpace, is a turnkey hotel renovation company that provides comprehensive services to clients from design, procurement, and construction.
A slowdown in US inflation eases some pressure on households
Inflation in the United States slowed again last month in the latest sign that price increases are cooling despite the pressures they continue to inflict on Am…
Love Yoga expands with new studio in Kalispell
Previously, dedicated yogis traveled from all over the Flathead Valley to Whitefish as it is one of the only studios to offer hot yoga. Love Yoga opened its st…
Shopping small this holiday season supports Montana’s essential businesses
This holiday season, please join us in making at least one purchase from a locally owned small business in your city or town.
A&E Design hires project manager Mahood
Pete Mahood has joined the team of A&E Design as a construction project manager.
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Communication infrastructure overhaul in western Montana
In order to replace aging copper-based service workers may need to access private property.
Sale jumpstarts floating, offshore wind power in US waters
The growth of offshore wind comes as climate change intensifies and need for clean energy grows. It also is getting cheaper.