Economy

Business, jobs, real estate, and the local economy across Bonner County.

Aug 20, 2026

Schweitzer Basin Water Files for Rate Hike After Decade of Deficits

Schweitzer Basin Water LLC has submitted a formal application to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission seeking a substantial increase in water service charges, citing persistent…

Aug 5, 2026

Idaho Advisory Council Picks 25 Communities for Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive Program

Aug 4, 2026

Federal Transportation Funding Expires Sept. 30 as Senate Stopgap Falls Short of Full Infrastructure Renewal

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Idaho Data Center Tax Breaks Draw Scrutiny Over Public Returns and Job Creation

Jul 28, 2026

Idaho Implements Medicaid Work Requirements in 2027; State Says Most Enrollees Already Qualify

Jul 26, 2026

Idaho Land Trusts Support 800 Jobs, Generate $190 Million in Annual Economic Activity

Jul 24, 2026

Averill Hospitality Scales Back City Beach Resort Plan, Focuses on Existing Hotel Renovation

Jul 23, 2026

Idaho Secures $3.9 Million in Federal AmeriCorps Funding After Brief Suspension

Jul 22, 2026

North Idaho Native’s Hands-Free Shoe Company Reaches $100 Million Valuation

Jul 21, 2026

Renton Revitalizes Downtown With Legacy Square, Draws Thousands for World Cup Watch Party

Jul 18, 2026

Idaho Labor Department Economist Operated Pro-Russian Social Media Accounts With Thousands of Followers

Jul 14, 2026

Bonner County Official Details Emergency Readiness Steps for Residents

Jul 10, 2026

Idaho Gas Prices Ease as Hundreds of Thousands Prepare for Fourth of July Travel

Jul 4, 2026

Sandpoint Seasonal Workers Fuel North Idaho Tourism While Facing Income Gaps Year-Round

Jul 1, 2026

SBA Moving to Establish First Dedicated Veterans Business Center in Idaho

Jun 21, 2026

Spokane Airport Nears Completion of $11.5 Million Administration Building