VIRUS: Remaining vigilant

Social distancing, sanitation and masks are more crucial as we open up than during restrictive Stage 1. People in stores during Stage 1 had likely been in close contact only with their family. But in later phases, the individual cutting your hair or at the table next to you has likely been to restaurants, shops, church and other gatherings. Odds of direct and indirect contact with an infected person have amplified.

Law roundup: Sleeping shopper in aisle five

A man was reportedly found asleep on a motorized shopping cart in a store aisle. He told someone he was just sleepy when they asked if he was OK.

Judge strikes down state’s new dispensary licensing fees

Under House Bill 903, a dispensary would have had to pay $5,000 to renew a license for its first shop, and then a cumulatively additional $5,000 for each additional location.

Canyon bike path group signs $754,757 contract

Canyon bike path group signs $754,757 contract

'Shop Small' event supports local business

The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce wants residents to “Shop Small” and support local businesses this Saturday.

Volunteer supports decision to sell local animal shelter

At the risk of boring folks with yet another letter concerning the SCAA shelter issue, I would like to at least say a few things as someone that has watched this entire soap opera objectively from the fall of 2005.

Second Ace comes to Quincy

Grand opening Oct. 31

Walmart latest retailer to require customers to wear masks

NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all of its namesake and Sam's Club stores, making it the largest retailer to introduce such a policy that has otherwise proven difficult to enforce without state and federal requirements.

Walmart latest retailer to require customers to wear masks

NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all of its namesake and Sam's Club stores, making it the largest retailer to introduce such a policy that has otherwise proven difficult to enforce without state and federal requirements.

Move over Miami, there are other Florida vacations worth checking out

If you're looking for a summer travel destination where you'll find something for absolutely everyone in the family to enjoy, you may be among the many Americans planning

City Hall site selection narrowed

City Hall site selection narrowed

Wine tasting event happens on Saturday

Head downtown on Saturday to enjoy the best wine tasting adventure around from 3-7 p.m.

FAQ: Recreational marijuana in Montana

On Jan. 1 adult-use recreational marijuana will become available for purchase in Montana.

Market shock?

We received news last weekend that a powerful 6.0 earthquake centered just north and west of the town of American Canyon shook the iconic wine country of northern California. While the majority of the coverage and video that ran on television focused on the damage to the historic town of Napa, wine consumers have asked about the losses wineries sustained.

Amid COVID, many businesses in precarious spot as 2020 ends

NEW YORK (AP) — The final three months of the year, usually a boom time for many small businesses thanks to holiday shopping and celebrations, looks precarious as the coronavirus maintains its grip on the economy.

Amid COVID, many businesses in precarious spot as 2020 ends

NEW YORK (AP) — The final three months of the year, usually a boom time for many small businesses thanks to holiday shopping and celebrations, looks precarious as the coronavirus maintains its grip on the economy.

Amid COVID, many businesses in precarious spot as 2020 ends

NEW YORK (AP) — The final three months of the year, usually a boom time for many small businesses thanks to holiday shopping and celebrations, looks precarious as the coronavirus maintains its grip on the economy.

St. Ignatius embraces its multicultural roots

The fabric of life in St. Ignatius has been a multilayered tapestry since the town grew up around the Catholic mission that took root there in 1854.