Take back control of the dinner table

Perhaps one of the most personal decisions you can make every day is deciding what to eat. But what happens when multinational corporations in the agricultural industry take that power away from the individual by using their size, wealth and power to determine the price and selection on our grocery shelves?

WTF is going on here?

Officially known as W.T. Fowlmouth, the concept has been brewing in the mind of owner-operator Drew Plate for several years and now, armed with a cool new space and an unlimited imagination for flavors.

China reports exports fell further in March amid shutdown

BEIJING (AP) — China’s trade improved in March but was below last year’s levels, and forecasters warned Chinese exporters face another slump as the coronavirus pandemic depresses global demand.

China's exports fall in March as pandemic hits world markets

BEIJING (AP) — China’s exports fell in March but at slower pace than the 17% contraction seen in January-February as the coronavirus shutdown paralyzed much business activity.

Community responds to flatten COVID-19 curve

SANDPOINT — As of noon today, there are no confirmed novel coronavirus cases in Bonner County.

Social distancing, Montana style

Last week I figured if I wrote another story on coronavirus I was going to be forced to tuck a napkin under my chin and eat my arm off.

China's exports fall in March as pandemic hits world markets

BEIJING (AP) — China’s exports fell in March but at slower pace than the 17% contraction seen in January-February as the coronavirus shutdown paralyzed much business activity.

China reports exports fell further in March amid shutdown

BEIJING (AP) — China’s trade improved in March but was below last year’s levels, and forecasters warned Chinese exporters face another slump as the coronavirus pandemic depresses global demand.

Heritage Museum shops around for artifacts from historic area businesses

The staff at the Heritage Museum hope to showcase Libby businesses in days gone past, and to do it properly they are asking the community for help.

The stay-at-home dad: Nothing like homemade birthday gifts

Nothing like homemade birthday gifts

Zimmerman, Dose dispel paycut rumors

The two months between the General Election and when newly elected or re-elected officials take office in January can be a time of unrest as many people wonder what changes might be in store under new leadership. Commissioner-elects Jeff Zimmerman and Dave Dose have been preparing for their upcoming terms by undergoing several different training courses that prepare them for the rigors of their new positions.

Bigfork company creates custom signs it ships around the world

Owners Loyd and Laura Meissenburg have owned and operated the made-in-Montana company for 33 years and ship out tens of thousands signs annually.

Kathi Jo Bonner

April 29, 1964 – January 23, 2023

Kathi Jo Bonner passed away peacefully on the morning of January 23, 2023 in Moses Lake WA. Kathi was born on April 29, 1964 in Everett WA and attended school there. Kathi was diagnosed with asthma as an infant but she didn't let that keep her from running and playing with her sisters. She knew what her limitations were but mostly ignored them...

Taking a ride on her big green tractor

A caller reported to Columbia Falls Police that a woman driving a John Deere tractor had hit his GMC Yukon and another vehicle in the parking lot of an area grocery store.

Simple Simons pizzeria opens with a challenge

Jess Kittle and his son, Spencer, looked like contenders.

Grandma had enough of loafing grandson

A Kalispell grandmother had enough of her 25-year-old grandson and reportedly wanted him removed from her home when he pitched a fit, yelling and screaming after being asked to get up for the day and get off the couch. She told the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office she was uncertain if marijuana or alcohol was part of the problem. Parties were separated until emotions calmed.

Victor Allen Wilbur Smith Guest

Victor Allen Wilbur Smith Guest, 88, passed away Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004 at his residence in Kalispell, Montana surrounded by his loving family and his dog, Inky. He was born on July 10, 1916 in Bengough, Saskatchewan, Canada the son of Monroe and Kate (Stover) Smith.

Hotshots head out for hurricane relief

Hungry Horse News

Police calls: People warned against taking selfies with bears

Wednesday, Sept. 11

Raising minimum wage will help businesses succeed

The migration of women from the workforce into business ownership is one of the great economic realizations of the American Dream. The U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce has grown to more than 500,000 members. Most of our members are small business owners. And we aren’t opposing an increase in the minimum wage — we’re supporting it.