What Kalispell Small Business Owners Risk by Skipping IP Protection
Most small businesses have more protectable IP than they realize; the first move is knowing what you have.
The Value of Email Newsletters for Local Business Engagement
Instead of relying solely on social media algorithms or word-of-mouth, a newsletter creates a direct communication channel between a business and the people who care about it.
Before the Slow Season: How Whitefish Businesses Can Build a Financial Safety Net
The gap between businesses that weather slow seasons and those that don't often comes down to decisions made months in advance.
Friends of the 406
Through May 14, 2026, The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, The Firebrand Hotel & Restaurant, and the Whitefish Riverfront Hotel are celebrating our Friends in the 406 with locals-only perks that make staying close to home feel like getting away.
It pays to be local!
4-5-6 Happy Hour!
Swap stories about the day's adventures while enjoying our Happy Hour specials: $4 Select Draft Beer, $5 Select Wines, $6 Select Cocktails & Happy Hour Apps, and now $7 Happy Hour Handheld Apps!
Happy Hour is getting even HAPPIER
Starting a Business in Your Community: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Local Entrepreneurs
This guide walks you through each stage of the process, from concept to growth — designed for real-world founders ready to make a local impact.
