Latest from The Spokesman-Review

• Endorsements: Condon, Stuckart top our choices for election

  October 30, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 Following is a summary of The Spokesman-Review’s endorsements for the general election. To read the full endorsements online, go to spokesman.com/tags/ 2011-endorsement. For full election coverage, go to spokesman.com/elections. City … 11

• Editorial: Valley best off if Wick, Grafos and Loberg serve

  October 29, 2011 in Opinion on Page B4 The city of Spokane Valley has taken a minimalist approach to government, a model that has worked well during a period of revenue challenges and questions about the ability of … 1

• Editorial: Salvatori best choice for council District 3

  October 28, 2011 in Opinion on Page A9 Residents of northwest Spokane have two appealing choices for the District 3 City Council position: Steve Salvatori and Joy Jones. The Spokesman-Review endorses Salvatori based on his experience as a … 11

• Editorial: McKereghan would bring sound voice to council

  October 27, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 The race to replace Bob Apple on the Spokane City Council has been winnowed from six candidates to two: Donna McKereghan and Mike Fagan. Both have led neighborhood councils and … 13

• Editorial: Allen’s fiscal discipline a needed asset on council

  October 26, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 Spokane City Councilman Richard Rush has the unusual task of defeating a former incumbent in District 2, but not the man he defeated four years ago. Mike Allen, who lost … 19

• Editorial: Peterson has experience to lead Liberty Lake

  October 25, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 Four years ago, the people of Liberty Lake narrowly chose a different direction in electing Wendy Van Orman over Steve Peterson in the mayoral race. Peterson, 61, had led the …

• Editorial: Condon has the plan to revitalize Spokane

  October 23, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 The Spokesman-Review recommends the election of David Condon for Spokane mayor. Incumbent Mary Verner took the reins in 2007, on the eve of the global economic meltdown, and has managed … 51

• Editorial: Stuckart’s energy, fresh leadership needed now

  October 22, 2011 in Opinion on Page B4 Nobody wanted the Great Recession, but it did provide the city of Spokane with opportunities to make bold changes that reflected the new realities of lagging government revenue. Instead, the … 27

• Editorial: Padden’s conservatism would serve district well

  October 21, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 At a time when political experience and government service are increasingly vilified, Mike Padden has much to overcome in the race to become District 4 state senator. He served 14 … 3

• Editorial: Voting rule, reserve fund both wise proposals

  October 20, 2011 in Opinion on Page A15 Washington state voters face two proposed constitutional amendments on the November ballot. The first is Senate Joint Resolution 8205, which would resolve a conflict in the state’s constitution when it … 1

• Editorial: Combining animal shelters makes sense

  October 19, 2011 in Opinion on Page A13 Measure 1 deserves a full measure of public support despite the confusion created by the number of moving parts. Moving part No. 1 is location. 1

• Editorial: Envision bill still lacks clarity, even with changes

  October 18, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 If it at first you don’t succeed, lower your ambitions and try again. That’s the plan with Envision Spokane, a scaled-back voter initiative that seeks to establish a bill of … 6

• Editorial: Getting state out of liquor business makes sense

  October 16, 2011 in Opinion on Page B8 The state of Washington should not be in the liquor business. A “yes” vote on Initiative 1183 will end what, in a sense, has been a 78-year regulatory hangover from … 31

• Editorial: No on I-1163 because case unclear, money tight

  October 15, 2011 in Opinion on Page A12 The question any voter should ask when pondering an initiative is: What’s the problem? And so it goes with Initiative 1163, which would increase required training for home health care … 1

• Editorial: Tolling initiative a halting proposition

  October 14, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 Initiative 1125 would crimp highway tolling and impede the state’s ability to raise money for bridges, roads and maintenance. It could very well halt projects and cost the state jobs … 1

• Editorial: Wick would provide added perspective on Spokane Valley Council

  August 2, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 Four candidates are vying for Spokane Valley City Council Position 6, a seat held by Bill Gothmann, who has chosen not to seek re-election. The contenders are John Baldwin, Marilyn …

• Editorial: Involvement puts Brower atop school board list

  July 29, 2011 in Opinion on Page A11 If the past two elections are any indication, citizens are becoming more engaged in Spokane Public Schools issues, and candidates are more willing to challenge the status quo. This year, …