Insights -- Northwest Montana's Business Journal
Insights delivers in-depth coverage of Northwest Montana’s business community, highlighting local entrepreneurs, industry trends, and economic developments.
Limited yield: High costs force Northwest Montana farmers to restrict wheat planting
But turning the grain into staple foods sold at the bakery and served on the dinner table is facing challenges, as…
It Figures Bookkeeping offers accounting services with personal touch
The name of her accounting business, “It Figures Bookkeeping” is illuminated in hot pink neon toward the back of the room — a reminder that Booher is just as m…
Tax preparation: Changes following the One Big Beautiful Bill
The legislation made many of the changes from the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 permanent — adding both short- and long-term rules. Some of the new tax laws aff…
New research from Montana State economist shows how wetland restoration can benefit local economies
Ecological research has shown that wetlands play a crucial role in filtering chemicals out of their watersheds, said Nicole Karwowski, an assistant professor i…
Tool developed at Montana State aims to help farmers implement new technologies
New technology such as precision smart sprayers can detect individual weeds in a field and selectively spray them, as well as enable producers to apply specifi…
Manufacturing the future of health: Opportunities in dietary supplements
Consumers today are more health-conscious than ever.
UM opens new research lab to study effects of hearing loss and aging
The Brain, Ear, and Aging Research (BEAR) Lab launched this fall in the basement of Curry Health Center, where the School of Speech, Language, Hearing, and Occ…
Insights: Giving Back
‘Tis the season of giving, and the generosity that fuels Northwest Montana is once again at the forefront of our communities.
Don Bennett hopes nonprofit will give a “leg up” to kids of working-class families in Columbia Falls
Sitting in his office at Freedom Bank in Columbia Falls on a crisp November morning, Bennett talks about how he’s seen the small town change over the years. He…
Giving back: Northwest Montana businesses invest in the community
Whether it’s product collaboration, proceed nights, competitive employee fundraisers or packing boxes at the food bank — there are many different ways local bu…
Local businesses deserve honor for supporting nonprofits
According to a 2024 survey by the National Federation of Independent Businesses, 90 percent of small business owners have financially supported community or ci…
Ways to give this holiday season
These local nonprofits also generated more than $500 million in income in 2023.
Accountancy master’s program at Montana State celebrates 30th anniversary, new endowment
Housed in the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship, MSU’s MPAc program offers students upper-level accountancy classes to prepare for taking the …
Griz Pitch: UM Students Test Business Ideas in 60-Second Contest
University of Montana students interested in entrepreneurship had the chance to perfect their elevator pitches during Griz Pitch, a competition that gave stude…
Strengthening Our Communities
National data reflects what we see here at home. Small business owners remain some of the most consistent supporters of youth programs, schools, civic groups a…
Insights: Increasing connectivity
For a state that ranks 50th in the nation for broadband access, Montana has a steep hill to climb toward full connectivity.