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• Widow gets cash stash

  May 4, 2013 in City on Page B1 A Coeur d’Alene man sequestered no secrets during his 61 years of marriage – except for $10,000 cash stashed in a desk. Ellen Milow, 85, said her husband, Gunter Milow, … 6

• Overlooking disability insurance can be costly

  July 29, 2012 in Business, Health on Page E1 CHICAGO – Long-term disability insurance is the forgotten insurance. The importance of auto, health, homeowners and life insurance is well known. But disability coverage, which replaces lost earnings if you …

• Stocks soar on Europe hopes, strong housing starts

  December 20, 2011 in Business The Dow Jones industrial average surged 337 points today following encouraging signs out of Europe and a jump in apartment construction in the U.S. It was the best day for …

• Washington stays near the top in board-certified teachers

  December 7, 2011 in Region Washington state has the second-most teachers in the nation who earned national board certification this year. 20

• Drivers grab cash dumped on Pa. highway

  November 30, 2011 in News A bank courier van has spilled more than $100,000 in cash along a Pennsylvania highway, and motorists have stopped to grab it.

• Kershner: Happiness is yours if the price is right

  November 14, 2011 in City on Page A5 Money cannot buy happiness, but $75,000 a year sure helps. That’s the peak “happiness” number, according to some economists. Surveys have shown that people’s happiness level rises along with their …

• 2 stabbings leave men with minor injuries

  July 25, 2011 in City Spokane police are investigating two stabbings that left victims with minor injuries and officers with little information on suspects.

• Police: Bad checks easy to spot

  January 15, 2011 in City on Page A5 A former Kootenai County chief deputy clerk accused of stealing nearly $140,000 over 10 years used correction fluid to try to cover her crimes, a police report alleges. Detectives easily … 2

• Robber apparently knew bank’s methods

  April 20, 2010 in City on Page A6 An undisclosed amount of cash was stolen from a north Spokane bank Monday by an armed robber who wore a red ski mask and appeared to possess a keen understanding …

• Video helps identify Spokane Valley robbery suspect

  April 20, 2010 in City on Page A5 A robbery suspect was arrested on Monday less than 90 minutes after police say he stole money from a bank at gunpoint. Police reviewing surveillance footage from Washington Trust bank …

• Money values should be taught early

  March 16, 2010 in Business on Page A7 Here is a bucket list, of sorts – the financial teachings I would like to impart to my children. I had excellent role models – my grandparents and my parents … 2

• College aid seekers may welcome changes in application process

  January 17, 2010 in Business on Page E1 Filling out the form for federal college aid used to be regarded as the equivalent of a root canal. Thanks to some much-needed steps toward simplification, the Free Application for … 2

• Danger of worsening recession drove Fed action

  April 8, 2009 in Business Faced with the danger of a worsening recession, Federal Reserve policymakers at their March meeting took the bold step of plowing $1.2 trillion into the economy to drive down interest … 1

• Learning the value of earning

  November 3, 2008 in Features on Page B1 During these tough economic times, one of the most important lessons for kids to learn can be taught at home: money management. Just like reading, writing and math, some parents …

• Driver Leaves Bogus $50 Bill Left At Drive-In

  January 8, 1998 on Page S8 Another counterfeit bill was turned over to Spokane police last week. An employee at Zip’s Drive In, 402 W. Second, was handed a $50 bill at the restaurant’s drive-up window.

• Quarter To Get A New Look - 50 Of Them

  September 24, 1997 in Nation/World on Page A5 The House passed a bill Tuesday to replace the American eagle on the backs of quarters with designs celebrating each of the 50 states. The new quarters - George Washington …

• Coins Of The Realms Quarters Would Keep Heads, Get 50 New Tails

  June 17, 1997 in Nation/World on Page A1 The majestic eagle gracing the back of the quarter for more than half a century may soon temporarily cede its place to such critters as California’s bear and Louisiana’s pelican. …

• Man Passes Six Bogus Bills

  May 2, 1997 in City on Page B3 A man passed six phony $100 bills at Spokane’s NorthTown Mall on Wednesday, police said. The man went into at least seven stores between 2 and 3 p.m. and made …

• Check Coins: You Might Get ‘Buffaloed’

  April 22, 1996 in Features on Page B5 Starting this week, look carefully at the change being handed out by local stores. There just might be a rare Buffalo nickel or an Indian Head penny mixed in. Some …

• U.S. Giving Ben Franklin A Face Lift New $100 Bills Available Today, Will Help Thwart Counterfeiters

  March 25, 1996 in Nation/World on Page A3 The new $100 bill, top, compared with the outgoing model. Photo by Associated Press

• Counterfeit Bills Passed By Couple

  December 1, 1995 in City on Page B3 Secret Service agents are asking for the public’s help in locating a middle-aged man and woman suspected of passing counterfeit $100 and $50 bills in the Spokane area. At least …

• Mexico Frees Suspected Rebel To Help Peace Talks, Falling Peso Zapatistas Threatened To Boycott Negotiations After Arrest Of Man Accused Of Helping Lead Uprising

  October 28, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A4 Fernando Yanez Munoz talks to reporters. Photo by Associated Press

• Surprise Rescue Effort Boosts Sagging Greenback Coordinated Bank Intervention Catches Currency Markets Off Guard

  June 1, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A8 The United States mounted a massive surprise rescue effort for the dollar Wednesday, working with other major industrial nations in waves of purchases that helped reverse a steep decline in …

• Market Reacts To U.S. Move To Help Dollar

  June 1, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A1 The United States mounted a massive surprise rescue effort for the dollar Wednesday, reviving the depressed currency and sparking the biggest stock market rally in more than three years. The …

• Dollar Coin Would Carry Big Bill

  May 27, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A10 People at the U.S. Mint don’t want to change to a dollar coin, because, they say, the switch would carry a big bill. After months of taking a neutral stance, …

• U.S., Allies Slam Drop In Dollar But Finance Ministers Can’t Agree On Precise Rescue Plan

  April 26, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A8 The United States and its major economic allies deplored the dollar’s weakness in international currency markets Tuesday but offered no concrete plan to shore up the beleaguered currency. In a …

• Mexican Outlook Revised Downward

  March 23, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A12 Standard & Poor’s Corp. on Wednesday affirmed Mexico’s foreign currency debt ratings but revised downward the outlook, reflecting concerns that the country faces acute difficulties ahead. The ratings agency affirmed …

• Buck A Slumping Dollar With One Of These Strategies Currency Funds Are Volatile, But Did Well In 1994; Swiss Bank Account Anyone?

  March 19, 1995 in Business on Page D4 The dollar has recovered a bit in recent days, but its slide since December has alarmed many small investors - and with good reason. It may be time to consider …

• Falling Dollar Need Not Crush Investors

  March 12, 1995 in Business on Page D4 Just because the dollar is tumbling, doesn’t mean the average investor has to fall down with it. According to several financial experts, smart investors could take advantage of the weak …

• U.S. Companies May Reap Benefits From Dollar’s Skid

  March 12, 1995 in Business on Page D1 The slumping dollar means U.S. goods will be even cheaper in important foreign markets, while imports into the United States will cost more In America’s heartland, the dollar’s most recent …

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