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Spokane rallies behind Amy’s Donuts after business considers closing shop

Tue., Dec. 15, 2020

Amy’s Donuts in Spokane Valley could permanently close by Jan. 1, according to the establishment's Facebook page.

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GarageSkins Inc. startup raises more than $1 million in funding, plans new production facility in Post Falls

UPDATED: Sun., Dec. 13, 2020

Owner Rick Medlen has developed a concept of thin, wood veneers adhered to lightweight foam that attaches to metal garage doors via strong earth magnets.

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The Dirt: Community Frameworks breaks ground on 47-unit housing complex

Sun., Dec. 13, 2020

Spokane-based Community Frameworks broke ground last week on Sinto Commons, a four-story apartment development in North Central.

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Spokane’s housing market predicted to thrive post-COVID-19, housing experts say

UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 10, 2020

Real estate experts predict the Spokane area will be one of the nation’s top-performing housing markets post-COVID-19.

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Former West Plains Chamber executive joins local business, consulting services firm

Thu., Dec. 10, 2020

Former West Plains Chamber of Commerce executive director Toby Broemmeling has joined Champion Empire, a Spokane-based business coaching and consulting services firm.

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Spokane Beer Delivery experiences significant growth during pandemic

Thu., Dec. 10, 2020

Prior to the pandemic, Spokane Beer Delivery filled nearly 350 orders a month. That number climbed to 1,700 monthly orders in March and April.

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State, Spokane County jobless claims increase

UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 10, 2020

New jobless claims in the state and Spokane County increased last week, according to the Employment Security Department.

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State hospitality association urges Gov. Inslee to reconsider restrictions on restaurants

Wed., Dec. 9, 2020

The Washington State Hospitality Association is urging Gov. Jay Inslee to reconsider a four-week extension of a statewide mandate that restricts indoor service at bars and restaurants, fearing it could result in thousands of additional business closures.

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Former Ponderay Newsprint Co. mill in Usk listed for sale at $11.5 million

Tue., Dec. 8, 2020

The former Ponderay Newsprint Co. mill in Usk has been listed for sale at $11.5 million, following the facility’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing and closure in June.

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Front & Center: No-Li Brewhouse owners John and Cindy Bryant creating stronger community and craft beer destination

Sun., Dec. 6, 2020

For John and Cindy Bryant, putting Spokane on the map as a craft beer destination while giving back to the community is of the heart at what they do as owners of No-Li Brewhouse.

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The Dirt: New retail, restaurant, warehouse development planned in Liberty Lake

Sun., Dec. 6, 2020

Steve Peterson filed a land-use application with the city last week to divide a more than 3-acre site at 19501 E. Appleway Ave. into eight lots for The Point at Liberty Lake, a development that would include four, 4,000-square-foot warehouses; a 2,000-square-foot RV wash; two retail buildings spanning a total of 6,830 square feet; and a 3,750-square-foot fast-food restaurant with a drive-thru.

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STCU receives regulatory approval to acquire four Umpqua bank branches in Eastern Washington

Sat., Dec. 5, 2020

Spokane Teachers Credit Union has received regulatory approval for an acquisition of four Umpqua Bank branches in Medical Lake, Ritzville, Coulee City and Othello.

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New jobless claims in the state, Spokane County declined last week

Fri., Dec. 4, 2020

New jobless claims in the state and Spokane County declined last week, following a sharp increase in mid-November as hundreds of laid-off workers sought benefits because of statewide restrictions imposed on the restaurant and retail industries.

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WSU launches health science incubator to build, grow startups in Spokane

UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 3, 2020

Washington State University has launched a new incubator to grow early-stage health care and life science startup companies.

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U.S. Bank awards $25,760 grant to SNAP for foreclosure prevention

Wed., Dec. 2, 2020

U.S. Bank has awarded SNAP a $25,760 grant that will assist with foreclosure prevention for Eastern Washington homeowners during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Eat Local First Collaborative launches Washington Food & Farm Finder

UPDATED: Tue., Dec. 1, 2020

The Eat Local First Collaborative recently launched a mobile-friendly searchable database of more than 1,700 organic farms, food businesses and farmers markets in the state.

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Local retailers see rise in online orders as Cyber Monday sales are expected to break record this year

Tue., Dec. 1, 2020

With more consumers opting to shop online this year amid the coronavirus pandemic, industry experts are predicting Cyber Monday to be the largest day for internet sales in history. Locally, sales reported by some Spokane-area businesses during the weekend into Monday would appear to be following the trend.

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New jobless claims in Washington, Spokane County soared in the week ending Nov. 21

Tue., Dec. 1, 2020

New jobless claims in the state and Spokane County soared in the week ending Nov. 21 as hundreds of workers were laid off following a second round of statewide restrictions that limited indoor dining and reduced retail occupancy.

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The Dirt: Developers behind proposed RiverView resort seek alternative use for site near Washington-Idaho border

Sun., Nov. 29, 2020

More than a decade ago, two California development companies proposed a “destination resort” along the Spokane River with three hotels, a convenience store and two restaurants near the Washington and Idaho border.

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Spokane-area retailers adjusting approach to Black Friday sales this year; most holiday shoppers doing it from home

Thu., Nov. 26, 2020

Several Spokane-area retailers changing Black Friday plans to accommodate the new normal of holiday shopping spawned the coronavirus pandemic.

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Spokane County’s unemployment rate dropped to 6% in October

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 25, 2020

Spokane County’s nonseasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 6% in October, according to the Washington State Employment Security Department.

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories building new manufacturing facility in Moscow

Wed., Nov. 25, 2020

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is building a new manufacturing facility southwest of Moscow, the company announced Monday.

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Kalispel Tribe announces Northern Quest Resort & Casino expansion

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 23, 2020

The Kalispel Tribe plans to break ground next year on an expansion project at Northern Quest Resort & Casino that includes a new hotel wing with nearly 200 rooms.

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Front & Center: Caring for others central to Elaine Couture, chief executive of Providence Health & Services

Sun., Nov. 22, 2020

Elaine Couture began a career in health care more than 40 years ago, starting as a frontline nurse and rising through the ranks to become executive vice president and chief executive of Providence Health & Services Washington-Montana.

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How you can safely save local businesses in Spokane this holiday season

Sun., Nov. 22, 2020

For Genesis Finley, co-owner of Greenacres Vendor Mall in Spokane Valley, this holiday shopping season will be drastically different than prior years.