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Penguin Random House publishing personal finance book by The Budget Mom

UPDATED: Sun., Jan. 30, 2022

Spokane Valley resident Kumiko Love aka "The Budget Mom" landed a book deal with Penguin Random House. She's releasing personal finance how-to book "My Money My Way" on Feb. 1.

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The Dirt: Regional accounting firm BDO Spokane planning office in Old City Hall building

UPDATED: Sun., Jan. 30, 2022

Renovations of the Old City Hall will begin soon by regional accounting firm BDO in downtown Spokane.

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Inland Imaging CEO Steve Duvoisin announces retirement after 37 years with the company

Thu., Jan. 27, 2022

After more than 37 years as CEO of Inland Imaging, Steve Duvoisin announced his retirement from the company, effective April 1.

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Spokane County unemployment rate rises to 3.8% in December

Thu., Jan. 27, 2022

Spokane County's unemployment rate rose to 3.8% in December, according to non-seasonally adjusted data from the Washington state Employment Security Department.

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Gee Automotive Companies acquires dealerships from Portland-based Dick’s Auto Group

UPDATED: Fri., Feb. 4, 2022

Gee Automotive Companies, one of the largest auto retailers in the region, has acquired Portland-based Dick's Auto Group.

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The Dirt: Spokane County files permits for multimillion-dollar regional training center, indoor small arms firing range on the West Plains

Sun., Jan. 23, 2022

Spokane County and Fairchild Air Force Base are moving forward with construction of the Spokane Regional Indoor Small Arms Range on the West Plains.

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Idaho unemployment rate reaches historic low of 2.4% in December

Sat., Jan. 22, 2022

Idaho's unemployment rate reached a historic low of 2.4% in December, according to non-seasonally adjusted data from the Idaho Department of Labor.

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ScannedMedia owners purchase building on Monroe Street

UPDATED: Thu., Jan. 20, 2022

The owners of a local creative marketing firm are renovating the former Empire Office Furniture building in the West Central neighborhood after purchasing it last month.

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Spokane Historic Landmarks Commission to require additional design review for proposed apartments on Chancery Building site

UPDATED: Thu., Jan. 20, 2022

Centennial Real Estate Investments’ plans to demolish the historic Chancery Building remain on hold until it can refine the design of a proposed residential development on the site.

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Spiceology raises $7 million in funding round led by San Francisco-based Jackson Square Ventures

UPDATED: Tue., Jan. 18, 2022

Spokane-based spice and rub company Spiceology has raised $7 million in a funding round led by Jackson Square Ventures, of San Francisco.

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Gestalt Diagnostics’ AI-based digital pathology platform adopted for clinical use by large U.S. lab

Sun., Jan. 16, 2022

Local health sciences company Gestalt Diagnostics says it has achieved a significant milestone by using artificial intelligence and digital pathology to improve patient care.

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The Dirt: Plans move forward for multifamily project on Normandie Complex site

Sun., Jan. 16, 2022

The city of Spokane’s former vehicle maintenance site in the Emerson Garfield neighborhood could soon be repurposed into a multifamily housing development.

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The Globe Bar & Kitchen, The Blind Buck up for sale

UPDATED: Fri., Jan. 14, 2022

The owner of The Globe Bar & Kitchen and The Blind Buck is selling the businesses, citing the need to focus on personal matters.

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Boiada Brazilian Grill coming to downtown Spokane

UPDATED: Thu., Jan. 13, 2022

Boiada Brazilian Grill co-owners Josiane Ballin and Hélio Vieira are opening the restaurant in the more than 7,000-square-foot building currently occupied by Maracas Mexican Restaurant at 245 W. Spokane Falls Boulevard.

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The Dirt: Chipotle Mexican Grill coming to Airway Heights; developer considering plans for four-story apartment building in the Garland District

Sun., Jan. 9, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill could be coming to Airway Heights, which would mark the restaurant chain's fourth location in the Spokane region.

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Will Spokane home prices continue to soar in 2022? Here’s what local Realtors expect

Sun., Jan. 9, 2022

Spokane's real estate market shattered records last year as low interest rates and a shortage of available homes fueled frenzied competition among buyers who often purchased properties above asking price.

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Spokane-based Parrots Inc. showcasing accessibility device at CES 2022 in Las Vegas

Thu., Jan. 6, 2022

Parrots Inc. is showcasing its new device that helps physically-challenged people communicate this week at the CES gadget show, the technology industry's largest event held annually in Las Vegas.

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No Drought Brewing Co. opens neighborhood brewery in Spokane Valley

Wed., Jan. 5, 2022

A local couple has brought their passion for craft beer to a Spokane Valley neighborhood.

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McKinley School mixed-use project moves forward

Sun., Jan. 2, 2022

InterUrban Development's plans to redevelop the historic McKinley School are progressing after it recently obtained a zoning change for the site.

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LoKey Cafe opens in former Next Door Espresso space in downtown Spokane

UPDATED: Fri., Dec. 31, 2021

A coffeeshop with a bright, vibrant design and a keto-friendly menu has opened in a space formerly occupied by Next Door Espresso in downtown Spokane.

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University District Development Association names new CEO

Tue., Dec. 28, 2021

The University District Development Association has named Juliet Sinisterra as chief executive officer, the organization announced last week.

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Post-holiday travel disrupted by flight delays, cancellations

UPDATED: Mon., Dec. 27, 2021

A cold snap in the Pacific Northwest and a spike in Omicron cases disrupted post-holiday travel as several airlines canceled and delayed flights nationwide on Monday.

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Goodwill Industries starts retail store, salvage center on the West Plains

Sun., Dec. 26, 2021

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest is moving forward with plans to build a new retail store and salvage center on the West Plains.

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Top business stories for Spokane area in 2021

Sun., Dec. 26, 2021

This year brought a slight sense of normalcy in the Spokane region as businesses were allowed to fully resume operations when the state reopened in June.

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State condo law aims to ease restrictions, but is it enough to spur development in Spokane County?

Sun., Dec. 19, 2021

Spokane County’s brisk real estate market has caused a shortage of available properties and record-breaking prices, prompting developers and real estate industry officials to advocate for a variety of housing types to boost homeownership.