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Don Bennett hopes nonprofit will give a “leg up” to kids of working-class families in Columbia Falls

Sitting in his office at Freedom Bank in Columbia Falls on a crisp November morning, Bennett talks about how he’s seen the small town change over the years. He said it used to primarily be a blue-collar town with a lot of “core family values,” but now its transitioning to …

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Giving back: Northwest Montana businesses invest in the community

Whether it’s product collaboration, proceed nights, competitive employee fundraisers or packing boxes at the food bank — there are many …

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Kalispell company targets efficiency in creating government agency software

The company was recently awarded a contract by the state of Oklahoma to modernize its state licensing systems — it's …

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Local businesses deserve honor for supporting nonprofits

According to a 2024 survey by the National Federation of Independent Businesses, 90 percent of small business owners have financially …

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Ways to give this holiday season

These local nonprofits also generated more than $500 million in income in 2023.

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Accountancy master’s program at Montana State celebrates 30th anniversary, new endowment

Housed in the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship, MSU’s MPAc program offers students upper-level accountancy classes to prepare …

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Griz Pitch: UM Students Test Business Ideas in 60-Second Contest

University of Montana students interested in entrepreneurship had the chance to perfect their elevator pitches during Griz Pitch, a competition …

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Flathead Business Watercooler

Happenings related to business in the Flathead Valley

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Strengthening Our Communities

National data reflects what we see here at home. Small business owners remain some of the most consistent supporters of …

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Logan Health primary care providers file to unionize

Nearly 60 primary care physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants working at Logan Health clinics in Northwest Montana have filed …

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Montana reps who once fought REAL ID mum as TSA plans enforcement

For years, the elected officials representing Montana in Washington, D.C., resisted the implementation of federally mandated REAL ID requirements, articulating …

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Tumbling crypto stocks threaten end to Wall Street's 5-day winning streak

The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% and was on track to break a five-day winning streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average …

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Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don't comply with government rules

The Transportation Department said Monday that it plans to revoke the accreditation of nearly 3,000 schools unless they can comply …

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Veteran-owned mobile boat repair service anchors down in the Flathead Valley

The Kramers launched Flathead Mobile Marine to use their skills — they have decades of experience performing routine maintenance checks …

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Flathead Business Watercooler

Happenings related to business

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State Auditor announces settlement, restitution for Montanans charged high brokerage fees

Office recovered around $160K in restitution, levied fines against five brokerage firms that violated federal law.

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Dr. Clint Seger named Billings Clinic – Logan Health CEO

Dr. Clint Seger will become CEO of Billings Clinic – Logan Health next year, hospital officials said Monday, while Kevin …

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TCG Collective brings Pokemon passion to Evergreen

Nikki Blake remembers the Pikachu toy she had as a child. Day after day, she pressed Pikachu's hand to hear …

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From Milan to Montana: Bledy Doda serves Italian cuisine in the valley

Opening Bella Italia Ristorante was a way to bring a piece of Italy to Northwest Montana, owner Bledy Doda said. …

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Spirits, smashburgers and a vision: Distillery enters new era

Whitefish Handcrafted Spirits entered a new chapter this year, with real estate broker and new owner Justin Meccia at its …

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