US stocks drift lower as oil prices return to rising

U.S. stocks are drifting lower, while oil prices are rising again. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 39 points, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.3%. Treasury yields also edged lower in the bond market after a report said shoppers spent less last month at U.S. retailers than the month before and than economists expected.

US economy is in a good place, but the Federal Reserve is not

The U.S. economy is mostly in good shape but that isn't saving Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell from a spell of angst. As the Fed considers its next moves during a two-day meeting this week, most economic data looks solid: Inflation has been steadily fading, while the unemployment rate is still a historically low 4.2%.

Business Briefs - June 17, 2025

Business news and information from around the United States and across the world.

Meyer sentenced 15 years in arson case

A woman charged with second-degree arson for starting the fire that burned down the Army Surplus 1 store has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Letters to the editor June 17

Letters to the editor June 17

Legals for June, 17 2025

Monday TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for Monday, June 16

Hayden's Bombastic Brewing wins big

Family-owned and operated Bombastic Brewing won big at the 2025 International Beer and Cider Awards last week, taking home five medals across several categories.

Legals for June, 15 2025

Flathead Business Watercooler

Happenings related to business in the Flathead Valley

Former Port of Mattawa director under investigation for misuse of funds

MATTAWA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report from the Washington State Auditor’s Office that found former Port of Mattawa General Manager Lars Leland may have misappropriated port funds. Port commissioners said in a statement that some possible irregularities were discovered while port officials were preparing for an audit.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Lovett's last dance ends with NCAA title, leading future stars in sport of wrestling

“It was always the goal,” Lovett said. “Wrestling is what I wanted to do to be a four-time state champion, go undefeated. Be a four-time NCAA champion and go undefeated in college. Once you jump up to those levels, winning four is tough and staying undefeated is tough as well.”

Two Whitefish High School students accepted to Montana Youth Symphony

Whitefish High School sophomores Cassidy Krack, a viola player, and Marlis Nargi, who plays bass, were selected to participate with the Montana Youth Symphony from July 28 to Aug. 3.

Legals for June, 14 2025

Troy man sent back to prison on repeated probation violations

Williams admitted to the offenses in court and District Judge Matt Cuffe sentenced him to...

Law enforcement logs for June 13, 2025

The reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Floyd William "Bill" Rigsby

Floyd William "Bill" Rigsby, Jr., passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida, at the age of 80. Bill was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Floyd William Rigsby, Sr. and Frances Elizabeth Rigsby. He grew up in Moses Lake, Washington, alongside his surviving siblings Donna Walden and Larry Rigsby of Washington, and Vicki Turner of Ohio. He graduated in 1963 from Moses Lake High School.

Sandpoint Strikers 2014 girls win division at 3BR tourney

Sandpoint Strikers 2014 girls win division at 3BR tourney

Moses Lake Christian Academy sends graduates forth with prayers, blessings

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy marked a significant milestone on May 31 as the Class of 2025 celebrated its graduation ceremony, featuring seven accomplished students. The event, held at the academy’s auditorium, was attended by parents, faculty, and friends, all coming together to celebrate the hard work and dedication of these young graduates. The ceremony opened with a heartfelt message from Valedictorian Brandon Swinger, who reflected on the trials and tribulations that shaped their high school experience.

Second half of property taxes due by June 20

Boundary County Treasurer Jennifer Economu is reminding taxpayers that the deadline to pay the second half of the 2024 property taxes without a late penalty is Friday, June 20.