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News >  Spokane

Whitworth seeks zoning change to build housing and commercial space

Fri., May 18, 2018

Whitworth University plans to build retail shops as well as dozens of student and senior housing units on its campus.

News >  Spokane

An extra layer of support, service: Volunteer chaplains care to first responders, firefighters and families

Thu., May 17, 2018

The Inland Northwest Fire Chaplains, a nonprofit group that provides care to first responders, firefighters and grieving families during medical emergencies, was presented with the 2017 EMS Special Services Award on May 8 by the Spokane County Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Care Council.

News >  Spokane

Vehicle hits bicyclist in store parking lot in Spokane Valley

Thu., May 17, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department last week responded to several calls involving unauthorized burning, motor vehicle accidents and a report of a dumpster lid used as a barbeque.

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News >  Business

The Dirt: Sports complex to fill Spokane Valley storage facility

UPDATED: Mon., May 14, 2018

A Spokane Valley storage facility at 5204 E. Broadway Ave. will be transformed into a multipurpose sports complex, according to permits filed May 2 with the city.

News >  Spokane

Cantwell rallies net neutrality supporters in Spokane stop

Sat., May 12, 2018

U.S Sen. Maria Cantwell, small business leaders and members of tech startup companies rallied Friday afternoon at downtown Spokane’s Washington Cracker Co. building to voice support of a congressional resolution to restore net neutrality.

News >  Spokane

Sports complex to fill Spokane Valley storage facility

Sat., May 12, 2018

A Spokane Valley storage facility at 5204 E. Broadway Ave. will be transformed into a multipurpose sports complex, according to permits filed May 2 with the city.

News >  Washington

More flooding expected on Okanogan, other area rivers

UPDATED: Fri., May 11, 2018

Major flooding of the Okanogan River near Tonasket is expected to continue through the next week, according to the National Weather Service.

News >  Spokane

Proposed apartment project at former Elks Lodge site concerns some residents

Thu., May 10, 2018

A group of Spokane Valley residents are concerned that a proposed 322-unit apartment development to be constructed at the former Elks Lodge site could change the character of their neighborhood.

News >  Spokane

Spokane 1937 Dodge wins spot on Discovery Channel’s ‘Sticker Shock’

Thu., May 10, 2018

For Spokane resident Grant Ogren, his 1937 Dodge is more than a car – it’s a member of the family.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley crews respond to I-90 rollover

Thu., May 10, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to several calls April 30 to May 6 that included a one-vehicle rollover accident, unauthorized burning calls and a report of a man jumping into a car numerous times on Sprague Avenue.

News >  Business

Sullivan Road McDonald’s to be razed, replaced with larger restaurant

Wed., May 9, 2018

Plans to demolish and rebuild a McDonald’s restaurant at 819 N. Sullivan Road in Spokane Valley are underway.

News >  Spokane

McMorris Rodgers launches ad campaign in congressional re-election bid

UPDATED: Wed., May 9, 2018

Republican U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers hits the airwaves and other media with campaign ads six months ahead of the general election in which she faces Democratic challenger Lisa Brown.

News >  Military

Correspondence in time of war: Smithsonian’s ‘Mail Call,’ to appear at Valley Heritage Museum

Tue., May 8, 2018

From the American Revolution to present day, mail has formed a link between members of the military and their loved ones. Beginning May 9, the Spokane Valley Heritage Museum will host a traveling Smithsonian exhibit highlighting that connection.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley fire roundup: Vehicle strikes man from behind, leaves scene

Thu., May 3, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to several calls from April 16-29 involving a cooking fire and three motor vehicle accidents resulting in nonlife-threatening injuries.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley Arts Council will hold annual art auction and showcase

Thu., May 3, 2018

The Spokane Valley Arts Council will hold its annual art auction and showcase on May 12 at CenterPlace Regional Event Center.

News >  Spokane

Residents, Bergman family express frustration at housing plan on former Bergman Tree Farm in Spokane Valley

UPDATED: Mon., April 30, 2018

The former site of Bergman’s Christmas Tree Farm – a popular Spokane Valley holiday destination for more than 30 years – could soon be developed into multiple town homes and duplexes. The family that sold the land isn’t happy about the plan.

News >  Business

Interest in buying historic homes grows

Sat., April 28, 2018

Buying a historic home and take on the resulting upkeep and renovations can be gratifying, and challenging.

News >  Business

Planning, financing keys to building house of your dreams

Sat., April 28, 2018

With shrinking inventory of existing homes for sale in Spokane’s booming real estate market, more people are considering buy land and building their new home.

News >  Business

Selling a home for the first time? Know the market and what costs to expect to avoid frustrations

Sat., April 28, 2018

Kenneth Sax, president of the Spokane Association of Realtors and designated broker at Keller Williams Realty, said it’s important for first-time home sellers to understand if they are in a seller’s, buyer’s or neutral market.

News >  Spokane

School-zone speeders fight back and seek class action lawsuit

UPDATED: Fri., April 27, 2018

Catching school-zone speeders in Spokane has netted the city more than $1.3 million in fines. But those lucrative tickets have also earned the city a legal problem: a possible class-action lawsuit.

News >  Spokane

At home but still on the street: Valley ordinance would limit stay of occupied RVs

Fri., April 27, 2018

The popularity of the vehicles is strong – even growing – in Spokane Valley and the region, as evidenced by sprawling dealerships along the I-90 corridor and RV parks on the city’s outskirts. Yet while some residents have relatives that stay in RVs for a few days during seasonal visits, some people are occupying them for longer terms, even year-round.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley fire roundup: Small sports car hits tree head-on, ejecting all three passengers

Thu., April 26, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to several incidents during the week of April 9 to April 15, which included an auto accident in which three passengers struck a tree head on with a small sports car.

News >  Spokane

Hallett’s Market and Cafe celebrates 40th anniversary

Thu., April 26, 2018

Hallett’s Market and Cafe – a Spokane Valley staple that carries Northwest-themed products, local coffee, specialty wine, beer, candies and gifts – celebrated its 40th anniversary on April 21.

News >  Spokane

Commissioners reject plan to keep county treasurer’s office open Friday afternoons

Wed., April 25, 2018

Spokane County commissioners rejected a request to extend Friday operating hours to 4 p.m. for the county treasurer’s office.

News >  Spokane

Valley students rally against gun violence

UPDATED: Fri., April 20, 2018

More than 100 Central Valley and University High School students gathered at Terrace View Park in Spokane Valley Friday morning to protest gun violence for National Walkout Day.