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Whitefish chamber selects new executive director
Veteran chamber professional and businesswoman Katherine Archibald has been named the next executive director of t…
Naturopathic doctor focuses on alternative treatment options
Walking through his south Kalispell clinic, The Natural Path, Paul Raish explains what each machine does for patients.
Hobby sparks idea for Kalispell cigar store and lounge
Owned by Bill and Rhonda Randall and Tyler Brown, the spot is a place for people to join together over a similar hobby and passion, cigars, while connecting wi…
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Critical mineral facility to expand in Thompson Falls
A smelting facility in Montana is looking to help secure U.S. national security supply chains through the production of antimony, a silvery-white metal element…
Be kind, be brave: Little Treeschool takes a mindful, play-based approach to child care
The day care located just northeast of Kalispell is home to the Little Treeschool, a day care for children 18 months old to 3, and the Big Treeschool for child…
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Montanans at Work statewide tour makes stop in Kalispell
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry is holding a Montanans at Work statewide tour, offering an opportunity for local employers, workforce professionals, and community members to connect with experts and reso…
It’s Rudy’s way: Somers barbecue spot serves up large portions
The barbecue restaurant — its logo a cowboy spurring a grizzly bear — takes pride in the flavors, hospitality and a Montana-minded atmosphere, Rudy said.
National retailer Sierra to open Kalispell store Saturday
As part of the TJ Maxx family of brands, Sierra offers a wide array of apparel, shoes and gear at what the company says is a reduced price compared to full-pri…
Sterhan reflects on importance and growth of Greater Valley ahead of retirement
In the six years that Mary Sterhan was chief executive officer for Greater Valley Health Center, the center separated from the county, purchased Sykes Pharmacy…
Hops to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants
It’s a culture that caught the attention of America’s Best Restaurants, a national media project highlighting some of the best local spots across the country.
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Montana’s August jobless rate at 2.9%
Montana’s unemployment rate was at 2.9% in August, according to state Department of Labor and Industry statistics.
Flathead farmers grow regenerative agriculture practices with grant
Two Flathead farmers were recently awarded a grant from the Montana Farmers Union — a nonprofit organization that supports Montana farmers — to help continue, …
Tex and Jerry’s brings late night food to Hungry Horse
The name of the restaurant comes from two local legends: Tex and Jerry, freight horses who vanished in the winter of 1900-1901. They wandered the wilderness fo…