Local Business News
Explore Northwest Montana’s vibrant business scene. From Libby to Polson, we cover local entrepreneurs, economic trends, and community growth.
Blue Cow Car Wash expands herd into Evergreen
With this new innovation, the Blue Calf is able to accommodate dually pickup trucks and vehicles up to 8 feet tall.
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Community collaborations: Preparing property in the face of wildfire threat
Montana is one of two states where at least 50% of structures are at risk from wildfire, according to a January report from LendingTree, which analyzed data fr…
ABS Park continues to expand opportunities for young athletes
In almost 80-degree weather, parents and spectators watch a high school baseball game on the park’s main field, cheering with every pitch and hit. A younger gr…
Large nail salon opens in Evergreen
The walls of the salon are covered in flowers, purple fabric, fairy lights and more to bring in a whimsical feel.
New director looks to lead Evergreen Chamber of Commerce
In recent years, the Evergreen population has continued to grow with the greater Flathead Valley, introducing new businesses and places for residents and touri…
Glacier Office Furniture opens in Evergreen
A new local office furniture provider has opened in Evergreen, offering full service from sales, design and installation.
New business aims to protect what matters
Unlike the flimsy safes he had perused before, the Champion-brand safes were hefty. According to the manufacturer, each one is hand-built with multiple layers …
Business customizes vehicles with specialty designed wraps
Wrap Hive can take a plain trailer and turn it into a creative slate, with straight lines, contrasting colors and high-quality images.
Dalton’s Accounting and Payroll Services aims to aid small businesses
For 30 years Dalton has been helping small businesses manage their finances, but she entered uncharted territory in February when opening her own accounting se…
Shooting for the stars: UM research suggests Montana night sky tourism
The starry night sky is a marvel but a dwindling one. On average skies are getting 10% brighter each year from increasing light pollution, defined as the exces…
Stockman Bank to break ground on new branch in North Kalispell
Construction will begin on the new state-of-the-art banking facility, including a 24-hour ATM, night depository, and multi-lane drive-up.
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Cherry growers hopeful for big crop after total loss in 2024
The rows of cherry trees at Buena Vista Orchard in Bigfork last week were flaunting thousands of buds of the delicate white flowers that will eventually turn t…
Fine mountain dining returns to Kandahar Lodge on Big Mountain
Owners and siblings James Buchanan and Caitlin Buchanan hope to continue the 40-year legacy of fine mountain dining that the location represents.
Lego store builds on its product on Main Street
Big Sky Bricks is one of the latest stores to come to downtown Kalispell, sporting a range of Lego products including miscellaneous pieces, figurines, already-…