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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…
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Skin care company focuses on natural ingredients
Products that are all natural, all organic and sourced from the woods of Montana when possible.
Biden's decision to block Nippon Steel takeover creates uncertainty for U.S. Steel workers
By blocking a Japanese company's takeover of U.S. Steel, President Joe Biden says he is protecting good jobs in the American heartland. He may be putting them …
Kalispell massage therapist focuses on mind-body connection
Aly Aiyn George, born and raised in Eureka, opened her shop just across the street from Elrod Elementary in April. A year of renovations and work later, the bu…
Ronan business uses high-tech oven to 'cook' wood
About a month ago, a new oven arrived in Ronan that weighs 84,000 pounds. It took two or three cranes to unload the beast and maneuver it into its new home at …
Road work ahead: Major infrastructure projects gain steam in 2025
Several transportation projects are in motion across the Flathead, with more progress planned in 2025
Electric co-op offers scholarships for apprentice program
Interested in becoming a lineworker and learning how to construct, maintain and repair electrical power line systems?
Hope Thrift spreads a sense of hope in the community
Hope Thrift, located at 105 6th Ave. W., is located behind Bob and Peggy’s Houses. From decorations to winter jackets to games, the store boasts an assortment …
Pursuit set to be a standalone corporation
By the end of December, Pursuit, the company that owns several lodges both inside and outside Glacier National Park will be its own company.
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Cocktail syrups capture flavor of Montana
Doug Satterly currently offers four flavors of syrups but is in the process of creating and launching two more. Each bottle of nonalcoholic syrup has a suggest…
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Kalispell’s Bob Lopp to lead Western Montana Mental Health Center
Lopp brings decades of leadership and team building experience to the job.
Businessowner Tamara Williams honored by Evergreen Chamber
Longtime Insty-Prints owner Tamara Williams was honored with Evergreen Chamber of Commerce's Brent Hall Award at the chamber's annual banquet dinner Wednesday …
Mother-daughter duo open new barbershop in Kalispell
Owners Amanda Scarlett and Katrina Harris — mother and daughter — both licensed barbers, want that atmosphere to feel evident. The pair opened the shop on Firs…