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Explore Northwest Montana’s vibrant business scene. From Libby to Polson, we cover local entrepreneurs, economic trends, and community growth.
New owners vow to keep Great Northern Bar unchanged
The Great Northern Bar and Grill in Whitefish officially changed hands at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 28. Aside from t…
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Restaurant fuses world flavors into tacos
Maintaining its Cold War era theme since opening as a restaurant in April, Atomic Tacos can now put to use more power and square footage to develop and expand …
Superfood powder aims to provide whole food nutrition
The powder contains essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from real, whole foods that are sourced from small-scale farms.
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Discover Kalispell outlines visitation stewardship approach
Twelve million visitors coming to Montana spent $5.45 billion in 2022-2023, according to data from the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research at the University of Montana.
Wildflowers Salon blossoming in Bigfork
Hairdresser Holly Johannson left behind a 20-year clientele in Phoenix, Arizona when she and her daughter, Harper, moved to Creston last June.
Pilates studio focuses on helping clients tune in to their bodies
Over the years, Jennie Johnson has taught pilates, TRX, and barre, and has her degree in health and human performance with a specialization in health enhanceme…
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Lemonade Day squeezes out entrepreneurial lessons
The day offers a platform for kids in grades kindergarten through eighth to turn lemons into lemonade and learn valuable business skills along the way.
Virtual speeding — simulator business takes drivers to the racetrack
Upon walking into Glacier Racing Simulators, patrons will see rows of driver’s seats in front of wide screens.
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Flathead Lake Lodge chef blends Southern and local influences for spring dinners
For the second year in a row, Flathead Lake Lodge is hosting two weekends of four-course dining to dazzle taste buds with spring’s long-awaited seasonal flavor…
North Star RV Roof gives people roofs they can trust
From countertop installation to basic construction, Nikk McWhorter has always loved completing a project. A little over a year ago, McWhorter began his newest …
Waters Edge Winery in Evergreen to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants
Waters Edge Winery owner Angela Zuba was shocked when she was contacted by producers on “America’s Best Restaurants," a show that highlights eateries and bars …