Local Business News
Explore Northwest Montana’s vibrant business scene. From Libby to Polson, we cover local entrepreneurs, economic trends, and community growth.
Whitefish chamber selects new executive director
Veteran chamber professional and businesswoman Katherine Archibald has been named the next executive director of t…
Unique culinary experiences center of 406 BBQ’s menu
Stephen Kina started 406 BBQ in 2021 after being inspired by his father’s own career as a chef.
Security company opens in Gateway Center
The security company, owned by Marquis Laude, handles the installation and maintenance of hundreds of security systems around the world, including locally in t…
Prehistoric goods feature of Kalispell Rock shop
Located at 103 East Cottonwood Drive, the Kalispell Rock shop is owned and operated by local fossil hunters Aamon and Chantel Jaeger, with the help of jewelry …
Bank provides financial literacy education
Students at 16 schools and the surrounding community have free access to Banzai, an award-winning online program and content library that allows users to practice real-world finance from the safety of their home or…
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Local child care gap worsened by low wages
Low wages deterring people from pursuing early childhood education careers represent an obstacle to bridging the local child care gap that is keeping parents o…
Economist warns state must boost energy production
Montana risks becoming a net importer of electricity because growth in electricity generation and transmission infrastructure is failing to keep pace with incr…
Meant to Bee focuses on custom goods at affordable prices
Out of that frustration, and care for the area, Meant to Bee was born, a locally sourced, customizable goods store that aims to sell local products at an affor…
Blake's Odds and Ends brings fun gifts to Evergreen
The Blake family has their own store, selling a little bit of everything for reasonable prices: Blake’s Odds and Ends.
Shop’s in-house natural soaps and body care products target skin health
The shop sells candles, body butters, lip and teeth care, face products, sun care and bar soaps, among 400 plus products.
Young entrepreneur opens 406 Cakes and Cravings in Polson
When one girl's dreams of decorating cakes at Scottage Cakery were dashed when the owners decided to sell their business, she decided to take over and start he…
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Creativity encouraged on Sacred Eats' menu
Despite being scammed out of almost all of their savings, Chris and Kallai Boyce decided to take a leap of faith two years ago and open Sacred Eats, the on-sit…
Easy summer salad for sharing
Quinoa can sometimes be an intimidating food to cook but is much easier to deal with than people may realize.
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