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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.
Changes proposed to Montana's alcohol licensing laws
The state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABC) is now doing $203 million in business and growing, said Becky Schlauch, the division administrator for th…
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Inn remodeled into unique Après Whitefish hotel
Owners describe the Après Whitefish hotel, at 800 Spokane Avenue, as a modern, stylish and comfortable place for adventurous travelers to immerse themselves in…
State Department of Revenue reminds businesses about reporting requirement
Businesses with a statewide market value greater than $300,000 in business equipment are required to report the equipment they own as of Jan. 1, 2023, by March 1 to avoid a 20% penalty.
Proposals sought for potato research
Proposals should relate to demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects designed to address needs and opportunities for the Montana potato industry.
Gianforte highlights budget proposals at Kalispell Chamber event
Gov. Greg Gianforte touted the state’s budget surplus and boosted his plans for the windfall at an event organized for the Flathead Valley business community b…
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Program looks to create network of child care substitutes
According to Melissa Miller, substitute service specialist at Raise Montana, a program that works to bolster childcare, Montana is in a “childcare crisis.”
Greater Valley Health Clinic launches new mental health program
Greater Valley Health Clinic has expanded its services by launching its Co-Occurring Disorder Program that aims to assist adults experiencing both mental healt…
Transportation improvement initiatives forge ahead
The $115 million airport expansion will include the addition of two restaurants, a runway viewing lounge area, and a new gate.
GHS graduate finds success with Cold Stone franchise
Growing up on a farm, Abby Fritz has always had a passion for animals and when she’s not working as a vet tech or running Cold Stone, she volunteers her time w…
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Montana tax revenue from weed projected to go up, but wine, beer stay relatively flat
Tax revenue from wine is forecast to be relatively flat in the Treasure State the next couple of years, and despite Montana’s claims to fame in microbrewing, p…
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