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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 …
As employers face labor shortages, Biden administration rolls out playbook for training workers
The Biden administration on Friday is expected to release a playbook on best practices for training workers as the low 3.8% unemployment rate and years of unde…
Steak takes advantage of fall produce
Our glorious Montana summer is fading into the rich flavors of fall. This recipe is the perfect way to utilize your last few heirloom tomatoes for a tasty dinn…
Oil prices have risen. That's making gas more expensive for US drivers and helping Russia's war
The increase also complicates the global fight against inflation and feeds Russia's war chest. That poses problems for politicians as well as the people having…
As writers reach tentative deal and actors look ahead, here are the Hollywood Strikes' key players
The two sides had been divided on issues of pay, the size of writing staffs on shows and the use of artificial intelligence in how scripts are created.
Amazon is investing up to $4 billion in AI startup Anthropic in growing tech battle
The investment underscores how Big Tech companies are pouring money into AI as they race to capitalize on the opportunities that the latest generation of the t…
Whitefish eatery focuses on health-conscious food
From smoothies and acai bowls to sandwiches and burritos, Huck’s Place offers a wide array of health-conscious food centered around boosting wellness.
Toymaker Lego will stick to its quest to find sustainable materials despite failed recycle attempt
Lego said it has "decided not to progress" with making its trademark colorful bricks from recycled plastic bottles made of polyethylene terephthalate, known as…
SBA celebrates 70 years of powering the American dream
SBA’s creation was largely a response to the pressures of the Great Depression and World War II.
Bread business rises to provide healthy sourdough
The home-cooked, unprocessed, made-from-scratch meals were a key element of rehabilitation, and eventually inspired Caroline Garrett to start her bread-making …
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Bigfork’s Swan River Gardens grows into 25th year
Though the dilapidated lot proved a challenging makeover, the young couple was undaunted. With a love for the community and sharing knowledge about plants, Swa…
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Whitefish chamber, Whitefish Pilot host forum ahead of city election
To help voters get to know the candidates, the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce and Whitefish Pilot are partnering to host Politics in the Park on Tuesday, Oct. 3 in Depot Park.
In San Francisco, Kenya's president woos American tech companies despite increasing taxes at home
President William Ruto made the appeal in an address to leading U.S. technology companies and investors on Friday in San Francisco, highlighting investment opp…