Southwest looks to avoid layoffs, Fitch sees US credit risks

The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed as it continues to spread across the world. Here is a look at some of the latest developments Thursday related to the global economy, particular economic sectors, and the workplace:

Property tax crisis is hurting your job, paycheck and community

If you work for a small business in Montana, this matters to you. If you shop at local stores, this matters to you. If you care about your community’s charities and economic future, this matters to you.

Chiefs sweep weekend opponents

Moses Lake defeats West Valley, Chief Sealth in non-league games

Top returning scorer Sacre ready to lead No. 23 Gonzaga

SPOKANE - This is shaping up as Robert Sacre's team as No. 23 Gonzaga seeks a 14th consecutive trip to the NCAA tournament.

Study gauges airport economic impact

Kalispell at the top in Montana ranking

Retired Green Beret inducted into hall of fame

Recall effort fails

The recall initiative is officially over.

Affidavit: Man fatally shot by Texas cop offered handshake

DALLAS (AP) — A Black man who was fatally shot by a white police officer in a small East Texas city had offered a handshake to the officer, asking if he was “doing good,” as the officer arrived at a convenience store to check out a report of a fight, according to a court document released Wednesday.

Affidavit: Man fatally shot by Texas cop offered handshake

DALLAS (AP) — A Black man who was fatally shot by a white police officer in a small East Texas city had offered a handshake to the officer, asking if he was “doing good,” as the officer arrived at a convenience store to check out a report of a fight, according to a court document released Wednesday.

Affidavit: Man fatally shot by Texas cop offered handshake

DALLAS (AP) — A Black man who was fatally shot by a white police officer in a small East Texas city had offered a handshake to the officer, asking if he was “doing good,” as the officer arrived at a convenience store to check out a report of a fight, according to a court document released Wednesday.

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Quenching the community's thirst for kombucha

Fragrant, flavorful, bubbly and bright, kombucha seems to be everywhere these days.

Ruth Foreman Baker, 85

Ruth Foreman Baker was born July 22, 1931, to Glyenn and Nellie Messerly. She was raised on the family homestead near Lodge Pole, Montana, where she grew up with her eight brothers and sisters.

Maine attraction: Portland has great food and fun for summer vacations

When you plan your next vacation, are you looking for a getaway that might not be overcrowded with tourists? How about so stifling hot that you have to spend the entire vacation indoors, under the blast of an air conditioner?

Paul Robert Gertsch

Paul Robert Gertsch passed away on October 21, 2020.

Ruth Foreman Baker, 85

Ruth Foreman Baker was born July 22, 1931, to Glyenn and Nellie Messerly. She was raised on the family homestead near Lodge Pole, Montana, where she grew up with her eight brothers and sisters.

Community briefs June 6

Long lines form as Pennsylvania voters make their choice

Voters appeared to be turning out in force Tuesday in the key presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania as Donald Trump and Joe Biden headlined a statewide election in which millions of ballots have already been cast.