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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.

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.

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.

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.

Oil prices have risen. That's making gas more expensive for US drivers and helping Russia's war
September 27, 2023 midnight

Oil prices have risen. That's making gas more expensive for US drivers and helping Russia's war

The increase also complicates the global fight against inflation and feeds Russia's war chest. That poses problems for politicians as well as the people having to spend more to get to work, transport the world's goods or harvest fields.

Blake's Odds and Ends brings fun gifts to Evergreen
July 30, 2023 midnight

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.

Used clothing from the West is a big seller in East Africa
October 16, 2023 midnight

Used clothing from the West is a big seller in East Africa

Downtown Kampala's Owino Market has long been a go-to enclave for rich and poor people alike looking for affordable but quality-made used clothes, underscoring perceptions that Western fashion is superior to what is made at home.

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.

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.

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.

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?

March 7, 2024 midnight

FVCC music program’s spring concerts scheduled

A diverse array of musical talents will be showcased in two upcoming ensemble concerts at the Wachholz College Center.

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.

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.

October 12, 2023 midnight

Letters to the editor Oct. 12

Letters to the editor Oct. 12

August 6, 2023 midnight

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 classroom using any internet-enabled device.

Workshop to discuss Whitefish's tourism management plan
March 22, 2024 midnight

Workshop to discuss Whitefish's tourism management plan

The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan committee will hold a planning workshop April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Whitefish City Hall.

A measure of inflation that is closely tracked by the Federal Reserve increased in April
May 27, 2023 midnight

A measure of inflation that is closely tracked by the Federal Reserve increased in April

Friday's report from the government also showed that despite rising prices, consumers remain buoyant.

July 30, 2023 midnight

The government is not better at spending your money than you are

I just came driving back from Seattle and the price of gas is very expensive in Washington.

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.