Bigfork duo's new business features traditional crafts

Kyle Dean Cumming and Kassie Dawn were born and raised in Bigfork on their respective families’ homesteads. When the high school sweethearts graduated, they started looking at conventional paths to success, like college or an industry job.

Bees, Knees ‘n’ Knits wants to grow their small business and highlight traditional crafts

Kyle Dean Cumming and Kassie Dawn were born and raised in Bigfork on their respective families’ homesteads. When the high school sweethearts graduated, they started looking at conventional paths to success, like college or an industry job. But they soon realized their gifts and passion lay elsewhere, so they started Bees, Knees ‘n’ Knits, making their own herbal remedies and crafts based on knowledge passed down from the homesteaders before them.

Companies take halting steps toward back-to-work season

NEW YORK (AP) — As state and federal leaders tussle over when and how fast to “reopen” the U.S. economy amid the coronavirus pandemic, some corporations are taking the first steps toward bringing their employees back to work. Which in many cases is easier said than done.

Back to work? Companies finding it easier said than done

NEW YORK (AP) — As state and federal leaders tussle over when and how fast to “reopen” the U.S. economy amid the coronavirus pandemic, some corporations are taking the first steps toward bringing their employees back to work. Which in many cases is easier said than done.

Back to work? Companies finding it easier said than done

NEW YORK (AP) — As state and federal leaders tussle over when and how fast to “reopen” the U.S. economy amid the coronavirus pandemic, some corporations are taking the first steps toward bringing their employees back to work. Which in many cases is easier said than done.

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The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Monday related to the global economy, the work place and the spread of the virus.

Churches sue California governor over antivirus orders

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Three Southern California churches that want to keep their doors open during the coronavirus outbreak sued Gov. Gavin Newsom and other officials on Monday, arguing that social distancing orders violate the First Amendment right to freedom of religion and assembly.

Churches sue California governor over antivirus orders

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Three Southern California churches that want to keep their doors open during the coronavirus outbreak sued Gov. Gavin Newsom and other officials on Monday, arguing that social distancing orders violate the First Amendment right to freedom of religion and assembly.

Planning board recommends WB-T in rezoning property on Highway 93 South

After much discussion at a meeting last week, the Whitefish Planning Board voted in favor of recommending the WB-T (Business Transitional District) zoning to an approximately 11-acre parcel of land at the corner of Highway 93 South and Montana 40.

Cherry growing a legacy of love for Bowman family

The Flathead cherry orchards surrounding the lake are, by and large, family owned and operated businesses. Many of the families have lived here and grown cherries for generations. One of those families is the Bowman family and their legacy of cherry growing is truly a legacy of love.

Police calls: String of thefts from vehicles reported Sunday

Friends of Library hosts Lunch and Learn about bees

The Libby Friends of the Library and library staff hosted the first Lunch and Learn at the Lincoln County Library’s Libby branch Tuesday afternoon with an informative presentation on bees and their role in food production.

Police calls: String of thefts from vehicles reported Sunday

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Observations from Las Vegas

Mary and I just returned from one of our semi-annual trips to market for the shop, this time in Las Vegas. We had a really good “show” and found many new things that will be arriving, shortly in some cases, and in to the fall in others. A great new line of beverage napkins will provide some laughs! We found the perfect “man gift” for your guy who likes to grill out, and a lovely new line of holiday dinnerware and serving pieces were among the finds! We are excited to get all of them in the shop.

A robust fall and winter schedule

As in years past, we resumed our schedule of winemaker dinners and tastings in September. The season got off to such a fast start that we are later than normal with writing what will be a robust schedule over the coming months. In fact, we have our events booked out through the spring of 2019! As much as our wine events are a draw for wine consumers, they are just as much a draw for winemakers from around the Western US and in some cases, around the globe. We are fortunate that many winemakers are approaching us to get on our schedule of events, but the ultimate beneficiaries are the wine consumers here in North Idaho, as they get to spend time with some of the brightest lights in our industry.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — How we choose our wines

As our shop has grown and the wine collection has expanded, we frequently get asked how we choose what wines we work with?

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