Mass timber company plans for future growth in Montana

Cross-laminated timber manufacturers, mass timber experts and lumber enthusiasts gathered in Columbia Falls last week for the 2017 Mass Timber Rising Tour and Workshop.
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Mass timber company plans for future growth in Montana

Cross-laminated timber manufacturers, mass timber experts and lumber enthusiasts gathered in Columbia Falls last week for the 2017 Mass Timber Rising Tour and Workshop.
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Professor talks Flathead Valley economy

Economics professor Gregg Davis wasn’t always interested in economics, though his interest in natural resources began at an early age. In high school, Davis got a job working in a landscape nursery and fell in love with working in nature.
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Professor talks Flathead Valley economy

Economics professor Gregg Davis wasn’t always interested in economics, though his interest in natural resources began at an early age. In high school, Davis got a job working in a landscape nursery and fell in love with working in nature.
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FROM FATHER TO SON

Dennis Wutke first bought Mild Fence Company in 1977. It had originally opened in 1972 and has now been in business for 45 years, though this year marks the 40th anniversary of its ownership under the Wutke family.
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FROM FATHER TO SON

Dennis Wutke first bought Mild Fence Company in 1977. It had originally opened in 1972 and has now been in business for 45 years, though this year marks the 40th anniversary of its ownership under the Wutke family.
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Staggering Ox opened its doors on the new Kalispell location last month, serving its signature sandwiches that have gained popularity throughout the state and nationwide.
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Staggering Ox opened its doors on the new Kalispell location last month, serving its signature sandwiches that have gained popularity throughout the state and nationwide.
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Staggering Ox opened its doors on the new Kalispell location last month, serving its signature sandwiches that have gained popularity throughout the state and nationwide.
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Chamber president takes inaugural trip to Israel

Joe Unterreiner, president and CEO of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, recently took part in a trip to kick off the “Business Israel” program created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
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Message to Glacier graduates: Blaze your own path

Glacier High School students clad in dark blue caps and gowns entered the school gym as high school seniors and left as graduates at the school’s ninth commencement ceremony on Saturday.
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Chamber president takes inaugural trip to Israel

Joe Unterreiner, president and CEO of the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, recently took part in a trip to kick off the “Business Israel” program created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
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Message to Glacier graduates: Blaze your own path

Glacier High School students clad in dark blue caps and gowns entered the school gym as high school seniors and left as graduates at the school’s ninth commencement ceremony on Saturday.
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Greenhouse owner trademarks 'flower truck'

In 2008, local greenhouse owner Angie Olsen purchased a rusted, 1950s-era Ford truck at an antique tractor show.
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Greenhouse owner trademarks 'flower truck'

In 2008, local greenhouse owner Angie Olsen purchased a rusted, 1950s-era Ford truck at an antique tractor show.
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Voters react to Gianforte assault charge

Montana voters went to the polls Thursday to select a new congressman in a tight statewide race — one that may have grown tighter following reports and a misdemeanor citation alleging that Republican candidate Greg Gianforte body-slammed a reporter during a campaign event the night before.
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Local distillery eyes Japan for growth

After attending a trade show in April, Whistling Andy Distillery in Bigfork is making plans to export its locally-made spirits to Japan.
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Local distillery eyes Japan for growth

After attending a trade show in April, Whistling Andy Distillery in Bigfork is making plans to export its locally-made spirits to Japan.
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Drone clinic a start for how to 'pilot intelligently'

Dozens of drone enthusiasts gathered at the Fairgrounds Saturday to talk about all things “drone” and take a look at where the industry is going.
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Drone clinic a start for how to 'pilot intelligently'

Dozens of drone enthusiasts gathered at the Fairgrounds Saturday to talk about all things “drone” and take a look at where the industry is going.
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Fleur Bake Shop a sweet dream come true

Whitney Brien remembers baking cookies with her family every year around Christmastime. They would have a ‘cookie day’ — an entire day to bake for their friends and family.
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Distillery owner shares her creative path

Lauren Oscilowski had just put in hours of hard work trying to get everything ready for the opening of her new distillery in downtown Whitefish. She had taken a jackhammer to the concrete floors with the intention of using acetone-based dye — a technique used to create a rustic, industrial …
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Distillery owner shares her creative path

Lauren Oscilowski had just put in hours of hard work trying to get everything ready for the opening of her new distillery in downtown Whitefish. She had taken a jackhammer to the concrete floors with the intention of using acetone-based dye — a technique used to create a rustic, industrial …
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Community shares input for 5-year plan

At the last of five input sessions for Montana West Economic Development’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, dozens showed up to share their ideas for the new five-year plan.
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Community shares input for 5-year plan

At the last of five input sessions for Montana West Economic Development’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, dozens showed up to share their ideas for the new five-year plan.
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New bake shop a sweet addition to Whitefish

Whitney Brien remembers baking cookies with her family every year around Christmastime. They would have a ‘cookie day’ — an entire day to bake for their friends and family.
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New bake shop a sweet addition to Whitefish

Whitney Brien remembers baking cookies with her family every year around Christmastime. They would have a ‘cookie day’ — an entire day to bake for their friends and family.
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Kalispell to attempt burpee world record

The first weekend of May each year for the past four years has brought an influx of people to the Flathead Valley as they prepare to complete the Spartan Race, but this year, now the fifth year of the Spartan Race in Bigfork, also brings with it the chance to …
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Kalispell to attempt burpee world record

The first weekend of May each year for the past four years has brought an influx of people to the Flathead Valley as they prepare to complete the Spartan Race, but this year, now the fifth year of the Spartan Race in Bigfork, also brings with it the chance to …
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Mother-daughter team takes over Montana-made store

The Think Local shop on Main Street in Kalispell is now under new ownership with a new name. The mother-daughter team of Misty Minnehan and Corri Kuhlin recently purchased the store they renamed Montana Marie.
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Glacier visitor spending tops $250M

Hundreds of millions of dollars was funneled into the local economy last year as Glacier National Park set yet another high mark for visitation, according to new numbers from the National Park Service. Visitors to Glacier Park spent a record-breaking $250.8 million locally, a more than 25 percent increase over …
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Mother-daughter team takes over Montana-made store

The Think Local shop on Main Street in Kalispell is now under new ownership with a new name. The mother-daughter team of Misty Minnehan and Corri Kuhlin recently purchased the store they renamed Montana Marie.
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Glacier visitor spending tops $250M

Hundreds of millions of dollars was funneled into the local economy last year as Glacier National Park set yet another high mark for visitation, according to new numbers from the National Park Service. Visitors to Glacier Park spent a record-breaking $250.8 million locally, a more than 25 percent increase over …
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First responders take part in plane crash simulation at airport

Imagine a plane crash happening right here in Kalispell. A plane with nearly 50 people crashing near an airstrip, rather than landing on it. People with varying degrees of injuries, confused, hurt and in need of help. The plane catches fire and some are still unable to move from their …
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First responders take part in plane crash simulation at airport

Imagine a plane crash happening right here in Kalispell. A plane with nearly 50 people crashing near an airstrip, rather than landing on it. People with varying degrees of injuries, confused, hurt and in need of help. The plane catches fire and some are still unable to move from their …
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Trump Jr. makes pitch for Gianforte

An estimated 500 people gathered at a private hangar at Glacier Park International Airport on Friday to hear President Donald Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., rally support for Republican congressional candidate Greg Gianforte.
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Trump Jr. makes pitch for Gianforte

An estimated 500 people gathered at a private hangar at Glacier Park International Airport on Friday to hear President Donald Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., rally support for Republican congressional candidate Greg Gianforte.
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Local Sears Hometown stores thriving

Despite Sears closings stores and a looming possibility of bankruptcy that was announced by the company last month, the local Sears Hometown Store is thriving and “will be around” for years to come.
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Local Sears Hometown stores thriving

Despite Sears closings stores and a looming possibility of bankruptcy that was announced by the company last month, the local Sears Hometown Store is thriving and “will be around” for years to come.
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Airport preps for busy summer

Glacier Park International Airport earlier this month put a request into the Transportation Security Administration for a third X-ray bag scanner in anticipation of increased traffic this coming summer.
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Airport preps for busy summer

Glacier Park International Airport earlier this month put a request into the Transportation Security Administration for a third X-ray bag scanner in anticipation of increased traffic this coming summer.
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Whitefish seniors celebrate with egg hunt

With Easter weekend approaching, kids are scouring the valley for Easter eggs filled with candy and toys, but kids aren’t the only ones taking part in the Easter fun.
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Whitefish seniors celebrate with egg hunt

With Easter weekend approaching, kids are scouring the valley for Easter eggs filled with candy and toys, but kids aren’t the only ones taking part in the Easter fun.
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Health portal offers new resource for Montana workers

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry recently launched a new portal to provide information on workplace health and safety in an effort to make Montana’s workplaces more safe.
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Health portal offers new resource for Montana workers

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry recently launched a new portal to provide information on workplace health and safety in an effort to make Montana’s workplaces more safe.
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County, new rail park reap benefit of 'real-world' training

Students in the Flathead Valley Community College Heavy Equipment Operator’s class are gaining “real-world” experience working on the site of the new Glacier Rail Park this spring semester.
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County, new rail park reap benefit of 'real-world' training

Students in the Flathead Valley Community College Heavy Equipment Operator’s class are gaining “real-world” experience working on the site of the new Glacier Rail Park this spring semester.
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Quist headlines Kalispell public lands rally

A couple hundred people showed up to rally in support of keeping “Montana’s public lands in public hands” and to listen to Democratic candidate for U.S. House, Rob Quist, speak Saturday at Depot Park in Kalispell.
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Quist headlines Kalispell public lands rally

A couple hundred people showed up to rally in support of keeping “Montana’s public lands in public hands” and to listen to Democratic candidate for U.S. House, Rob Quist, speak Saturday at Depot Park in Kalispell.
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Ford dealerships to combine at North Kalispell location

One of 12 lots opening up on more than 80 acres of land on Highway 93 north of Kalispell has been claimed by the Kalispell Ford and Whitefish Ford car dealerships.
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Ford dealerships to combine at North Kalispell location

One of 12 lots opening up on more than 80 acres of land on Highway 93 north of Kalispell has been claimed by the Kalispell Ford and Whitefish Ford car dealerships.
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Kalispell leaders focused on revitalization

With the U.S. 93 bypass complete and plans for the Glacier Rail Park underway, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is now focusing on the Kalispell downtown and core area, and how to develop the 40 acres that will become available with the removal of the rail line.
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Bigfork biker takes travels statewide

In 2003, to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Harley Davidson, Bigfork resident Ron Brevik bought himself a new bike. Not just any bike, but the anniversary bike. A 2003 FXSTS Springer Softail. With that bike he also made a goal to ride every mile of asphalt in the state …
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Bigfork biker takes travels statewide

In 2003, to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Harley Davidson, Bigfork resident Ron Brevik bought himself a new bike. Not just any bike, but the anniversary bike. A 2003 FXSTS Springer Softail. With that bike he also made a goal to ride every mile of asphalt in the state …
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High-tech companies reach landmark revenue

High-tech businesses in Montana reached a landmark revenue of more than $1 billion in 2016, thanks in part to the success of a number of local companies.
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Acclaimed paleontologist Jack Horner talks dinosaur DNA and 'Jurassic Park'

More than 100 people showed up to hear renowned dinosaur expert Jack Horner speak during the Dino-Mite Fun Day on Saturday.
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High-tech companies reach landmark revenue

High-tech businesses in Montana reached a landmark revenue of more than $1 billion in 2016, thanks in part to the success of a number of local companies.
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Acclaimed paleontologist Jack Horner talks dinosaur DNA and 'Jurassic Park'

More than 100 people showed up to hear renowned dinosaur expert Jack Horner speak during the Dino-Mite Fun Day on Saturday.
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Seed enthusiasts discuss solutions to changing climates

The challenges of a changing climate can also bring new opportunities for a longer growing season in the Flathead Valley and the potential for self-sustainability, said community members who attended Saturday’s Free the Seeds! Seed and Start Fair at Flathead Valley Community College.
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Seed enthusiasts discuss solutions to changing climates

The challenges of a changing climate can also bring new opportunities for a longer growing season in the Flathead Valley and the potential for self-sustainability, said community members who attended Saturday’s Free the Seeds! Seed and Start Fair at Flathead Valley Community College.
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BNSF begins hiring in Montana

After a two-year period without hiring in the Flathead Valley, BNSF Railway now has positions available.
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BNSF hiring again in Montana

After a two-year period without hiring in the Flathead Valley, BNSF Railway now has positions available.
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BNSF hiring again in Montana

After a two-year period without hiring in the Flathead Valley, BNSF Railway now has positions available.
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Labor shortage still plaguing Flathead

Concerns over the possibility of a continued labor shortage and a lower-than-average real estate inventory took center stage during the Flathead Forecast at Flathead Valley Community College on Tuesday.
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Woodturners demonstrate their craft

Local woodturners demonstrated their craft Saturday at Kalispell Center Mall, turning wood on lathes set up to show how pieces are made, and displaying their work for passersby to admire.
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Woodturners demonstrate their craft

Local woodturners demonstrated their craft Saturday at Kalispell Center Mall, turning wood on lathes set up to show how pieces are made, and displaying their work for passersby to admire.
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Montana Coffee Traders plans move to Main Street

Montana Coffee Traders in Kalispell has recently leased space on Main Street in downtown Kalispell with plans to move into the new location before summer.
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Home prices surge in 2016; another good year on tap

The Flathead Valley real-estate market is poised to see another strong year for sales and new development after home prices surged in 2016, according to a recent report from Kelley Appraisal in Kalispell.
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Home prices surge in 2016; another good year on tap

The Flathead Valley real-estate market is poised to see another strong year for sales and new development after home prices surged in 2016, according to a recent report from Kelley Appraisal in Kalispell.
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'Weak but durable growth' to continue

Economic experts at the Economic Outlook Seminar in Kalispell on Tuesday sumarized the national economy for 2016 as “weak but durable growth” — a trend expected to continue throughout 2017.
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'Weak but durable growth' to continue

Economic experts at the Economic Outlook Seminar in Kalispell on Tuesday sumarized the national economy for 2016 as “weak but durable growth” — a trend expected to continue throughout 2017.
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Dinosaur snow sculptures bring cheer

A pair of snow dinosaurs that recently popped up on Margrethe Drive in Kalispell is the culmination of a bucket, lots of packed snow and a few hours of work each day over three days.
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Dozens gather in Kalispell for Pro-Life Rally

About 50 women, men and children gathered outside the Flathead County Courthouse in Kalispell on Saturday afternoon for the annual Pro-Life Rally and March for Life. The anti-abortion rally is sponsored by Flathead Pro-Life and is scheduled each year around the anniversary of Roe v. Wade — the U.S. Supreme …
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Keep pets warm and safe when the mercury drops

With near-record subzero temperatures forecast this week, animal experts in the Flathead Valley advise residents to take extra precautions for their pets. Cats, dogs and larger animals, while more adaptable to the cold, are all at risk of exposure and other health complications.
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