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Unique twist on ‘Christmas Carol’ on stage in Bigfork
December 7, 2023 midnight

Unique twist on ‘Christmas Carol’ on stage in Bigfork

The show runs Dec. 8-10 and Dec. 15-17.

UK inflation falls to 17-month low of 6.8% but unlikely to derail another interest rate rise
August 20, 2023 midnight

UK inflation falls to 17-month low of 6.8% but unlikely to derail another interest rate rise

The Office for National Statistics said the annual rate of inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, was 6.8% in July, its lowest level since February 2022, the month Russia invaded Ukraine and sent energy prices surging.

Chevron buys Hess for $53 billion
October 23, 2023 midnight

Chevron buys Hess for $53 billion

Chevron is buying Hess Corp. for $53 billion and it's not even the biggest acquisition in the energy sector this month as major producers seize the initiative while oil prices surge.

April 30, 2024 midnight

Congress must act on housing crisis

For the past six months I have been talking to hundreds of Montanans about their concerns and hopes for the future, and the one issue that comes up every time is housing. Some of our neighbors and their kids are living on the streets.

Museum launches long-awaited history walking tour
June 1, 2023 midnight

Museum launches long-awaited history walking tour

Years in the making, the Northwest Montana History Museum launches its long-awaited walking tour June 5.

After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the US
September 3, 2023 midnight

After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the US

Many of the major reforms to ticket sellers in the U.S. have failed to pass this year. The proposals were inspired in part by complaints from fans who were unable to buy tickets last fall to Taylor Swift's summer stadium tour.

Montana exceeds national averages for median home prices
January 27, 2024 midnight

Montana exceeds national averages for median home prices

Finding a place to live in Montana is still out of reach for many Montana residents, exceeding national averages for home prices and growing 105% since 2017, according to a Montana Department of Commerce data presented Wednesday.

Amazon posts strong revenue and profits, says it's in 'best position' it's ever been before holidays
October 29, 2023 midnight

Amazon posts strong revenue and profits, says it's in 'best position' it's ever been before holidays

For the three months that ended on Sept. 30, the company said it earned $143.1 billion in revenue, a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Amazon made $9.9 billion in profits, topping analysts' expectations and sending its stocks higher in after-hours trading.

May 30, 2023 midnight

Letters to the editor May 30

Letters to the editor May 30

December 21, 2023 midnight

‘Green tariff’ won’t help the climate crisis

Bozeman and Missoula have reached an agreement with Northwestern Energy that will allow people to voluntarily pay more for “green” solar and wind energy. But the question that’s going unanswered is: Why NorthWestern’s customers should pay more for solar and wind generated electricity when they are far cheaper to generate than its antiquated coal-fired plants at Colstrip?

Home sellers are cutting list prices as spring buying season starts with higher mortgage rates
March 17, 2024 midnight

Home sellers are cutting list prices as spring buying season starts with higher mortgage rates

More homeowners eager to sell their home are lowering their initial asking price in a bid to entice prospective buyers as the spring homebuying season gets going. Some 14.6% of U.S. homes listed for sale last month had their price lowered, according to Realtor.com.

Repelled by high car prices, Americans are holding on to their vehicles longer than ever
May 15, 2023 1 a.m.

Repelled by high car prices, Americans are holding on to their vehicles longer than ever

Americans are keeping their cars longer than ever. The average age of a passenger vehicle on U.S. roads hit a record 12.5 years this year, according to data gathered by S&P Global Mobility.

June 21, 2023 midnight

Nonprofit looks to leverage funding for additional affordable housing

The organization owns 52 properties in Kalispell, is preparing to buy two properties in Whitefish and recently purchased a lot in Columbia Falls where a home is expected to be constructed soon.

Meant to Bee focuses on custom goods at affordable prices
July 30, 2023 midnight

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 affordable price.

Hockaday Museum hosts annual Plein Air Glacier Paint Out
August 10, 2023 midnight

Hockaday Museum hosts annual Plein Air Glacier Paint Out

The 16th annual event offers the change to observe artists while they work, an exhibition and sale.

How a Fed increase could affect credit card debt, auto loans
May 15, 2023 1 a.m.

How a Fed increase could affect credit card debt, auto loans

On Wednesday, the central bank boosted its benchmark rate by a quarter-point to 5.1%. Rates on credit cards, mortgages and auto loans, which have been surging since the Fed began raising rates last year, all stand to rise even more. The result will be more burdensome loan costs for both consumers and businesses.

August 13, 2023 midnight

Glacier processing co-op offers incentive to join

A cooperative focused on expanding meat processing capacity in the Flathead Valley is currently offering an incentive to producers who join by Sept. 30, with an informational membership meeting and barbecue planned for September 14 in Kalispell.

Big fashion is getting bigger. Parent of Coach will buy Versace owner Capri in $8.5 billion deal
August 13, 2023 midnight

Big fashion is getting bigger. Parent of Coach will buy Versace owner Capri in $8.5 billion deal

Big fashion has been getting even bigger through a spate of acquisitions as U.S. players seek more sway in Europe.

April 10, 2024 midnight

Land trust receives grants for affordable housing

The grants will be used as part of the funding for six affordable homes in Columbia Falls, Kalispell and Whitefish, according to the land trust.

Santa Fe considers tax on mansions as housing prices soar
November 5, 2023 midnight

Santa Fe considers tax on mansions as housing prices soar

The tax on homes sold for more than $1 million is being pitched as a lifeline to teachers, service-sector workers, single parents and young professionals who can't afford local mortgages or struggle to pay rent amid a national housing shortage and the arrival in Santa Fe of high-income digital nomads and affluent retirees.