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Alaska plans to lift restrictions on elective surgeries
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The state plans to lift restrictions on elective medical procedures in what Gov. Mike Dunleavy described Tuesday as an initial step toward reopening segments of the economy affected by concerns with the coronavirus.
Report: Mexico's economy plunges deeper into recession
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s economic activity dropped 1.6% in the first quarter compared to the final three months of 2019, plunging the country deeper into a recession that predated the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report released Thursday by the government statistical agency.
Report: Mexico's economy plunges deeper into recession
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s economic activity dropped 1.6% in the first quarter compared to the final three months of 2019, plunging the country deeper into a recession that predated the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report released Thursday by the government statistical agency.
US stocks waver following first round of earnings reports
Stocks rose on Wall Street in afternoon trading Tuesday as investors weighed earnings reports from several big banks and other companies.
Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits, labor market still showing strength
It turns out the recent jump in jobless benefit applications was largely due to fraudulent applications in Massachusetts, where claims fell this week by more than 14,000 from the previous week, analysts said.
Energy Dept. awards Washington $23.4 million for electric infrastructure
OLYMPIA — On Sept. 5, Washington state received a $23.4 million Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to modernize the electric grid and reduce impacts due to extreme weather and natural disasters. Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants aim to ensure the reliability of power sector infrastructure so that communities have access to affordable, reliable, clean electricity. “Electricity is an essential lifeline for communities. Improving our systems by reducing disruptive events is key as we cross the finish line of a 100% clean electricity grid and ensure equitable benefits from the clean energy economy reach every community,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. The federal funding for energy resilience will enhance and expand ongoing current grid modernization and resilience efforts throughout the state. For example, working directly with rural and typical end-of-the-line customers to develop resilience plans and collaborating with communities and utilities on building resilient and renewable infrastructure for essential services.
Supreme Court deals big setback to labor unions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that government workers can’t be forced to contribute to labor unions that represent them in collective bargaining, dealing a serious financial blow to organized labor.
Suggestions for rethinking how to brand Kalispell
This week I had the opportunity to speak to the retiring and new members of Kalispell’s Business Improve-ment District at their monthly board meeting. My comments were to provide my perspective and thoughts going forward regarding the board’s actions.
Kalispell Chamber luncheon highlights tourism industry
Tourism is a booming industry in Montana and the Flathead Valley has grabbed a bigger slice of the pie in recent years.
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'Old highway guys,' plus many others, getting roads repaired
Recently, Superior maintenance crews, supervised by Kevin Managhan, were resetting a recently collapsed expansion joint on the eastbound I-90 Clark Fork Bridge at St. Regis. Meanwhile, Riverside Contracting out of Missoula was milling and repaving one of winter’s leftover sprawling potholes on the south side of Superior interchange. Whether private contractors or government maintenance crews, hard working men and women are out in full force repairing bridges and roads this summer.
Access to world markets will keep Montana energy producers growing
Last year, America produced 84 percent of the energy we consumed, the highest level since 1987. Our net energy imports (measured in terms of energy content) are at a 26-year low.
Senate Bill 292 will reduce tax credits in Montana, on par with federal tax
Everyone around here talks about jobs, jobs, jobs. But jobs are created by the private sector, not government. Government jobs have to be paid for by our taxes; local, state or federal. So, they actually cost us.
Things are looking up in the 2013 legislative session
Both President Obama and his Congressional adversaries have shown themselves to be better at making tough talk to each other than making the tough choices necessary for the country. Their response to the so-called “fiscal cliff” did not involve a single tough decision and actually increased the national debt.
Comparing the Legislature to Congress
Both President Obama and his Congressional adversaries have shown themselves to be better at making tough talk to each other than making the tough choices necessary for the country. Their response to the so-called “fiscal cliff” did not involve a single tough decision and actually increased the national debt.
State legislative session off to a good start
Both President Obama and his Congressional adversaries have shown themselves to be better at making tough talk to each other than making the tough choices necessary for the country. Their response to the so-called “fiscal cliff” did not involve a single tough decision and actually increased the national debt.
Things are looking up for legislative session
Both President Obama and his Congressional adversaries have shown themselves to be better at making tough talk to each other than making the tough choices necessary for the country. Their response to the so-called “fiscal cliff” did not involve a single tough decision and actually increased the national debt.
Krueger steps into role as commissioner
With a call for changes to zoning regulations and an eye out for prudent spending, Gary Krueger plans to take on the task of being Flathead County’s new District 3 commissioner.
Krueger steps into role as commissioner
With a call for changes to zoning regulations and an eye out for prudent spending, Gary Krueger plans to take on the task of being Flathead County’s new District 3 commissioner.
Senate Bill 292 will reduce tax credits in Montana, on par with federal tax
Everyone around here talks about jobs, jobs, jobs. But jobs are created by the private sector, not government. Government jobs have to be paid for by our taxes; local, state or federal. So, they actually cost us.