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Keeley retires after 31 years with American Greetings
Press release People will be missing a familiar face in the greeting card section. Havre resident Ellen "Ellie" Keeley has retired from her position as an American Greetings... — Updated 5/5/2023
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Makis take over as new owners at Down Under Fitness Center
Some changes have happened at Down Under Fitness Center, though Kristi Parrotte, who founded the business with her husband, Daimon, said people won't see any changes in their other... — Updated 3/9/2023
We salute our amazing women entrepreneurs during Women's History Month
As we enter the third year of the Biden-Harris administration, we’re fortunate to have a president who understands the vital role women entrepreneurs play in our economy. The U.S. Small Business Administration supports the... — Updated 3/2/2023
Gary & Leo's awarded Five Star honor
Press release CHICAGO - The Independent Grocers Alliance - IGA - announced Monday that Havre, Montana-based Gary & Leo's Fresh Foods IGA store has been awarded the IGA Five... — Updated 2/16/2023
A letter from the president
It has been an honor to serve as a director on the Chamber board the last several years, and I look forward to continuing that service as your Chamber president in 2023. My time on... — Updated 1/18/2023
From the Chamber's executive director
Wow, what a phenomenal year! 2022 was filled with growth, challenges, discovery, and opportunity. The past 10 months as the executive director of the Havre Area Chamber of Commerce... — Updated 1/18/2023
From the outgoing president
Being involved with the Havre Chamber of Commerce has been an extremely rewarding experience for myself, both on a personal and a professional level. Initially, working with... — Updated 1/18/2023
Shopping small this holiday season supports Montana's essential businesses
The pandemic confirmed the critical role that small businesses play in our daily lives. It sounds cliché, but locally owned small businesses truly are the heart and soul of our cities and towns. The holiday shopping season is a... — Updated 12/8/2022
New RigaTony's restaurant open despite setback
RigaTony's, a new Italian restaurant, just opened in the former Uncle Joe's Steakhouse location on First Street, and while recent maintenance issues have temporarily closed its... — Updated 9/22/2022
Jenny's Kitchen to open soon on First Street in Havre
10-year Havre resident Jenny Parks has spent most of 2022 trying to get her restaurant and catering business, Jenny's Kitchen, located in the old Red Wing Boot Repair location at... — Updated 9/22/2022
Guild becomes First Colony Mortgage
Press release Guild is now First Colony Mortgage. First Colony Mortgage has served the lending needs of borrowers since 1984. As a mortgage banker, First Colony offers many advantages. It not only process mortgages, the companies... — Updated 9/22/2022
D.A. Davidson names new leadership positions
IRVINE, Calif. (BUSINESS WIRE) - D.A. Davidson announced Wednesday its commitment to accelerate its marketing and digital transformation across its investment banking and... — Updated 5/12/2022
Oullette, Sheppard promoted at Independence Bank
Press release Independence Bank has announced the promotions of two of its employees, with Christen Oullette becoming the bank's consumer lending supervisor and Mason Sheppard... — Updated 3/17/2022
SBA announces 2022 Women's Business Summit
from U.S. Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — In honor of Women’s History Month, the U.S. Small Business Administration will hold its 2022 Women’s Business Summit March 28-30. SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas... — Updated 3/3/2022
Call for eligible organizations to Provide Boots to Business training overseas
from U.S. Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administration announced Monday that eligible non-profit organizations, state, local, and tribal government agencies, and institutions of higher... — Updated 3/3/2022
SBA administrator touts bipartisan infrastructure law
from U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, visited New Haven and Hartford, Connecticut, to meet with small business owners and to promote how... — Updated 12/23/2021
SBA adds five new regional innovation clusters
From U.S. Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced the addition of five new Regional Innovation Clusters — RIC — to the portfolio of... — Updated 11/11/2021
Feds and conservation groups reach agreement on Canada lynx
Montana Free Page by Amanda Eggert More than 20 years after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service deemed the Canada lynx a threatened species, the agency has agreed to prepare a recovery plan for the elusive, forest-dwelling... — Updated 11/4/2021
Parker's BBQ taking over Old Station brewery location
Old Station Brewing Co. had been a mainstay on First Street for the past four years. However, the brewery's time has come to an end as it was bought out by Parker's BBQ Pit, which... — Updated 11/4/2021
SBA supports Montana's veteran entrepreneurs and their families
It’s no surprise that current and former members of the military make great entrepreneurs. The resilience, determination, and fortitude they acquired while in uniform was a great training ground for becoming a successful small... — Updated 11/4/2021
Montana receives grant to accelerate international business growth
From U.S. Small Business Administration HELENA — The U.S. Small Business Administration announced that the State of Montana has received a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant of $754,532. The grant funds will be... — Updated 10/21/2021
Rocky Boy fashionista wins best new exhibitor in Made in Montana Trade Show
Staff and wire report A businesswoman from Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation earned some top honors at the Made in Montana Tradeshow last week. Rebekah “Carries Sweet Grass Woman” Jarvey earned the Best in Show New Exhibitor... — Updated 9/16/2021
New chair at state Tribal Economic Development Commission
From Montana Department of Commerce Shelly R. Fyant was elected as the new Chair of the Montana State Tribal Economic Development Commission. Fyant is in her second three-year term with STEDC. “I look forward to serving the... — Updated 9/16/2021
SBA Administrator Guzman enhances COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to aid small businesses facing challenges from delta variant
From U.S. Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced last week major enhancements to the COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, a... — Updated 9/16/2021
SBA lists virtual summit event schedule, Sept. 13-15
From U.S. Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week Virtual Summit event schedule is set. This annual event, happening Sept. 13-15, honors the... — Updated 9/2/2021
