Welcome to the Flathead’s most fabulous little magazine.

We are the cheerleaders and curators of all things local that we love – small businesses, gutsy entrepreneurs, our burgeoning art and culture scene, and some of the best outdoor adventures in the world.

+ Read more about Go Local

A Remote Chance

Field Notes A remote chance Moving is easy, but belonging takes effort.   BY MICHELE PURCELL “T he first time I moved to a new town I was 17. My parents dropped me off at college in Knoxville, Tennessee and I ended up stayingfor 33 years. The second time I...

Growth in the Time of Corona

Business Bonanza! Growth in the Time of Corona In spite of/because of a global pandemic that has shaken the world, our valley is growing. But what does this mean for our scrappy local business owners? ANNA RICHARDE LC STAFFING STATISTICS: 38% Increase in out-of-state...

Publisher’s Note – Winter 2020/2021

Publisher’s Note Talking about transformation in the Flathead Valley ELMA GIAVASIS Our valley is growing. This probably shouldn’t surprise us as much as it does. We live in one of the most beautiful corners of the country with wild open spaces, charming...

Quarantine Me Forever

Field Notes Quarantine Me Forever Mountain diehard Phil Grove reflects on a ski season that went on long after the lifts shut down.   PHIL GROVE S kiing in Whitefish isn’t exactly known for its early season conditions. Sure, great days can happen, but most of the...

The Lemonade Chronicles

Business Bonanza! The Lemonade Chronicles.  When the virus pelted the world with lemons, these scrappy local business owners made something oh, so, delightfully sweet. CLARE MENZEL BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH GLACIER LANES   Like a pair of homing pigeons, Kristen and...

Holy Smokes, We Did It.

Love Letter Holy Smokes, we did it.  Thanks to you. Elma Giavasis | Boss owner of Highline Design Co. & Go Local Flathead Valley    GO LOCAL TEAM Back when it became evident that Corona was not just a beer you drink when you’re all out of the good (local) stuff,...