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RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate Opens in Downtown White sh
Brian Murphy has opened RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate in White sh. The o ce is part of The RE/MAX Collec- tion brand that exclusively serves a u- ent homebuyers and sellers around the world. RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate recently opened as the demand for luxury homes has increased in the greater White sh area, particularly with out-of- state buyers.
RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate celebrated its grand opening on Sept. 15.
RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate serves the residents of Flathead counties with luxury residential, commercial and land properties. Located in the heart of White sh, the o ce features nine real- tors with 60 years of combined local expe- rience. RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate is located at 307 Spokane Ave., Suite 100, in White sh.
One2One Adds White sh Location
Kalispell Regional Health Care’s One- 2One program is celebrating its fth anni- versary, and the success of One2One is multiplying. The engaging and motivat- ing weight-loss program that The Summit Medical Fitness Center launched in 2011 is now expanding to White sh. The pro- gram will also be adding more services to better serve people in helping them dis- cover their joy and weight loss goals.
OnOct.12from5to7p.m.,agrand opening is planned at White sh Therapy and Sports Center, located at 2006 Hospi- tal Way in White sh south of North Valley Hospital.
This fresh start on a new season will o er three unique choices in programs:
• 30-Day Jumpstart – Become ener- gized for a better you; get started on a life of clean eating. Next session is Oct. 17 at Natural Grocers from 6 to 7 p.m.
• Synergy – Three months to enlighten- ment o ers the support of a small group. New sessions start in Kalispell Oct. 3 and White sh Oct. 18.
• Optimum – Individual guidance for six months to a more-empowered you.
Each of these is brought to you by Kalis- pell Regional Healthcare’s dietitians, and certi ed wellness coaches and trainers. We are accepting reservations for all pro- grams now.
Get in on the chance to discover your joy through One2One, now at The Sum- mit in Kalispell and at White sh Therapy and Sports Center in White sh. To learn more, call (406) 751-4509 or visit www. summithealthcenter.com.
FVCC Welcomes New SBDC Director Stephanie Juneau
Flathead Valley Community College recently welcomed Stephanie Juneau as the new director of the Northwest Mon- tana Small Business Development Cen- ter (SBDC). A program of the U.S. Small
Business Administration, the SBDC pro- vides technical assistance and free, con- dential counseling to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Juneau has 20 years of experience in commercial banking with expertise in nancial analysis, loan structuring, credit underwriting and risk mitigation. She has served as a business consultant for a broad range of companies in various stages of development and has experience working in the general contracting, pro- fessional services, technology, alternative energy, bio-medical, manufacturing and import/export industries. Prior to join- ing the SBDC, she was the chief nancial o cer for a startup manufacturing com- pany in California.
In her current position with the SBDC, Juneau will assist startups and small businesses in Flathead, Lake and Lincoln counties with nancing, business plan- ning and market knowledge.
The Northwest Montana SBDC is located on the FVCC campus and works in conjunction with the college’s economic development initiatives.
“Healthy small businesses and a well-educated workforce are critical to the success of our local economy,” said Susie Burch, FVCC’s executive director of economic development and continuing education. “We are thrilled to o er Steph- anie’s knowledge in banking nance, operations and management to entrepre- neurs and small business owners.”
For more information about the North- west Montana SBDC and its services, contact Juneau at (406) 756-3836 or sju- [email protected].
Shopko Pharmacy Welcomes Evergreen Pharmacy Customers
Shopko announces the transfer of all non-compounded retail prescriptions and patient les from Evergreen Pharmacy in Kalispell located at 2141 U.S. Highway 2 to Shopko Pharmacy at 1370 U.S. High- way 2 in Kalispell. The Evergreen phar- macy will only ll compounded medica- tion and will be working hand in hand with Shopko pharmacy to serve patients’ total prescription needs.
“We have worked diligently with Shopko to ensure a smooth transition of these records and lling services,” said Jody Yeats, owner of Evergreen Phar- macy. “Shopko will provide the same quality care for your regular retail pre- scription needs allowing us to focus on compounded prescriptions.”
Shopko has a central le prescription system that allows customers to re ll pre- scriptions at any Shopko Pharmacy loca- tion and has also introduced a free mobile pharmacy app which customers can use to manage and re ll prescriptions any- time from their mobile phones. In addi- tion, Shopko’s new AlignMyMeds feature, allows customers to align medications so they can grab everything they need in one
convenient visit.
“We are dedicated to meet the health-
care needs of our customers with excel- lent service,” said Amber Clegg, RPh. “In addition to helping our customers save on generic medications, we make things sim- ple by o ering immunizations and diabe- tes counseling to maximize convenience and enhance our customers’ pharmacy experience.”
Pharmacy customers with questions are encouraged to contact Shopko Phar- macy by calling (406) 257-2083.
$35,000 Grant Awarded to White sh Sports Facility Foundation
The White sh Community Foun- dation awarded a $35,000 Major Com- munity Project Grant to the White sh Sports Facility Foundation. The surprise announcement was unveiled at the Gla- cier Skate Academy summer skate show.
The award is the 13th major grant presented by the Community Founda- tion, bringing the total awarded to over $350,000 in the past six years.
The award will help the White sh Sports Facility Foundation, a nonpro t that took over the maintenance and oper- ation of the Stumptown Ice Den from the city of White sh, run the rink year round. The group plans to purchase equipment that will monitor humidity and tempera- ture uctuations and help existing equip- ment run in an energy e cient manner. The award will also help with other cap- ital improvements.
The major grant was a combined grant award presented from both the White- sh Community Foundation contribut- ing $20,000 and the Krummholz Fund held by the White sh Community Foun- dation and advised by Joe and Cindy Greg- ory awarding $15,000.
“Combining our grants on this project allowed us to make serious impact on the capital needs of the ice rink,” said White- sh Community Foundation President Linda Engh-Grady. “The Community Foundation’s Board of Directors was very impressed by the work and dedication of the new board for the White sh Sports Facility Foundation to improve the oper- ation of the ice rink.”
For more information about the White- sh Community visit the Foundation website at www.white shcommunity- foundation.org or call 406-863-1781. The White sh Community Foundation is ded- icated to fostering philanthropy, building endowments and helping donors and non- pro ts bene t our community.
Glacier Restaurant Group Donates to Rebuild Grandstands
Glacier Restaurant Group and the Foley Family Charitable Foundation pre- sented a $25,000 check to the Columbia Falls Baseball Association to help fund the rebuilding of the grandstands at Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Field.
A re destroyed the grandstands in June.
The donation was made possible by the communities of White sh, Colum- bia Falls, Kalispell and Bigfork com- ing together on Aug. 5 for Restaurant Industry Night for the Grandstands to help raise money to rebuild the beloved grandstands. GRG donated a portion of proceeds from that evening and the Foley Family was moved to help the commu- nity and families of Columbia Falls even further.
Nominations for Kalispell’s Businessman, Businesswoman, and Great Chief Award Due Oct. 3
The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for Busi- nessman and Businesswoman of the Year and for the 45th Great Chief Award. All nominations submitted to the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce by Oct. 3 will be considered for recognition and all awards will be presented during the Kalispell Chamber’s 112th annual banquet on Nov. 10 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Tickets to the event are $100 and available to the entire community.
The Great Chief Award is the oldest and most prestigious award given by the Chamber. The award honors an individ- ual who has demonstrated exceptional civic and volunteer spirit throughout their lifetime and will provide a legacy for the community.
The two other awards, Businessman of the Year and Businesswoman of the Year, recognize individuals who are outstand- ing business leaders. Award recipients may be owners or managers of Kalispell Chamber member businesses and pos- itively contribute to the local economy both on an individual and business level.
In 2015, the 44th Great Chief Award was presented to Pete Larson, a Flat- head Valley native who brought strong success and philanthropic ideals to the area through his family owned American Timber Company, L. Peter Larson Com- pany, and others in addition to his ser- vice through Kalispell Regional Medical Center, Youth with a Mission, Immanuel Lutheran Home and others.
The Businessman of the Year award last year was presented to Jim Peterson, owner and founder of Valley Ford, which has given $130,000 to area schools, FVCC, Rotary and other programs.
Also in 2015, Susan Pirrie Munsinger, an owner of the downtown Kalispell icon, Western Outdoor, was awarded the title of Businesswoman of the Year. Munsinger was nominated for the award based upon her strong support of Downtown Kalis- pell, the 4H and FFA Market Livestock Sale and for her service on the boards of numerous organizations.
Visit www.kalispellchamber for nom- ination forms.
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