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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…
Somers outfitter gets lakegoers enjoying the water
Paddle Board Outfitters in Somers had a modest start by renting out paddle boards to recreationists on Flathead Lake.
Loan program to assist meat processors
The money comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development program and will be loaned to a number of meat processing businesses for use in processing and packaging operations.
Homegrown mercantile helps community of Eureka
What began as the Montana Farmacy, and has since expanded, into a place where you can get old-fashioned goods — candies, teas, soaps and herbal remedies.
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After 58 years in the family, Finberg sells Columbia Bar to Ruis
It’s the end of the an era in Columbia Falls as local developer Mick Ruis has formally purchased the Columbia Bar on Nucleus Avenue from longtime owner Cary Fi…
Sorbet great way to use fresh fruit
Now that we’re well into summer and fruit is in full swing, let’s look at one of my favorite ways to feature the bounty: hand “churned” fresh fruit sorbet.
Bigfork cafe focuses on organic and vegan food
When Jenny and Chris Evans first opened Max’s in 2019, they never foresaw the transition into a full-scale cafe. For a year, the 800-square-foot building was a…
Anger grows over property appraisals, but officials say tax bills will likely be lower
Richard Hopkins was one of more than 100 residents to pack a hotel convention center here on Monday to voice frustration over property appraisal notices from t…
Family brings 'glamping' experience to Paradise
Camping, like so many things, has evolved from the days of the Old West.
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Ownership change brings new chapter for Kalispell bookstore
Despite changing owners in June, The Bookshelf in downtown Kalispell will remain a bookstore — much to the relief of many loyal customers.
Patriot Front trials set for July in Coeur d'Alene
More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalis…
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Soccer club moves toward opening indoor training facility
Designed by Jackola Engineering and Architecture, the future 16,800-square-foot indoor sporting facility is strategically located in Evergreen to ensure access…