BUSINESS

Apr 26 2026LIFESTYLE

RV troubles? This couple brings the repair shop to you

Most RV owners know the frustration of a broken fridge or a leaky roof mid-trip, but getting it fixed often means towing the whole vehicle or waiting days for a shop to schedule repairs. One Pennsylvania-based service is changing that by meeting customers where they park. Irish Creek RV Service, sta

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Graduates Celebrate New Leadership Path

The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn hosted a special ceremony where 23 new leaders received their plaques. Among them was the chamber’s president, Andrea Fulks, who praised the program for its strong turnout and meaningful impact. She joined the course to learn what future participants experienc

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Apr 25 2026CELEBRITIES

When Stars Take Over Their Own Brands

It used to be simple: actors made movies, singers sang, and athletes played sports. Now many celebrities are doing more than just their original jobs. They’re creating businesses too. Take Ryan Reynolds, for example. He’s not just an actor anymore. He’s also a business owner. Reynolds has a soccer c

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Apr 25 2026FINANCE

Why Big Sales Don't Always Mean Big Profits

Business owners often cheer when they see sales numbers climbing. High revenue feels like success, but it’s just the first half of the story. The real test comes when you subtract the hidden costs of running the company. Without tracking the difference between gross and net revenue, a business can g

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Apr 25 2026LIFESTYLE

New seats for business class travelers on Boeing 787s

Airlines are upgrading their business class seats on Boeing 787 Dreamliners, set to roll out between 2026 and 2027. These upgrades aim to attract premium passengers by offering more comfort and privacy. Some airlines are going all out with fancy suites, while others are trying bold new seat designs

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Airport shops keep local names alive but not their original essence

Portland’s airport now has two new small shops that borrow names from local businesses. One is called Sheridan Fruit Company, named after a grocery that closed in February after 110 years. The other is Topaz Farm, a nod to a farm on Sauvie Island that reopened in 2020 under a new label. Both shops s

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Apr 25 2026RELIGION

A Fresh Start for Harrisburg’s Jewish Community

The Harrisburg Jewish Federation is shifting its approach after deciding to pause work on the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life. Leaders recently confirmed this change in a letter, explaining that the current plan isn’t working and needs a major overhaul. Over the past few weeks, discussions we

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Apr 24 2026BUSINESS

A Small Win in Cutting Drug Costs

The White House plans to reveal a new deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on pricing for their drugs. This move comes after the company was one of the few chosen to negotiate. Regeneron, which makes treatments like the Covid-19 antibody combo, didn’t comment right away. Their stock price jumped ove

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Apr 24 2026BUSINESS

Mini Golf Meets Happy Hour: How One Chain Rewrote the Rules of Fun

Back in the early 2010s, a Wall Street trader named Greg Bartoli bought three mini-golf courses in Florida with a simple goal: create a place where parents could watch sports while their kids played safely nearby. The first spot, Lighthouse Cove, paired two 18-hole courses with a sports bar and ice

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Apr 24 2026BUSINESS

Taking Charge of Your Business Story Early On

When you launch something new, the market doesn’t always get it right away. In fast-moving fields like real estate tech, the first label that sticks often stays for years, even if it’s wrong. Founders can spend months just correcting misunderstandings instead of building their actual product. The pr

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