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New traffic study set for Elks Lodge site

Thu., Feb. 14, 2019

Whipple Consulting Engineers is holding a second traffic study meeting for a proposed multifamily development on the former Elks Lodge site in Spokane Valley. Todd Whipple of Whipple Consulting Engineers, who is the project engineer, filed permits with Spokane Valley last year to demolish the former Elks Lodge at 2605 N. Robie Road to make way for the Spokane Valley Elks Apartments.

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Spokane Valley aims to speed up permits for northeast industrial area

Thu., Feb. 14, 2019

Spokane Valley is considering a measure that speeds up the permitting process for potential businesses in the city’s northeast industrial area.

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Driving a plow can get stressful – especially when mad driveway shovelers go to extremes

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 14, 2019

Shoveling snow from sidewalks can be a tough job, but for Spokane County plow drivers, removing it from the roads presents even greater challenges.

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Voters back taxes for Newman Lake Fire, Spokane County Fire District 8 and Orchard Prairie schools

UPDATED: Tue., Feb. 12, 2019

Voters approved three measures for the Newman Lake Fire and Rescue, Spokane County Fire Protection District 8 and the Orchard Prairie School District in the Feb. 12 special election.

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Voters approve levy for Spokane Valley Fire Department

UPDATED: Tue., Feb. 12, 2019

Voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a replacement levy for the Spokane Valley Fire Department that will fund salaries, equipment, fire engines and capital projects.

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Spokane Valley speeds plow times and considers snow gates

Tue., Feb. 12, 2019

Although Spokane Valley’s roads may be cleared of snow faster this winter as the city speeds up plowing operations, it could mean more snow on the sidewalks.

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Here are the big Spokane County road projects for 2019 – including new roundabouts

Mon., Feb. 11, 2019

Construction is expected to be underway this spring for several major Spokane County road projects, including Geiger Boulevard.

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Spokane Valley City Council considering restrictions on usage of City Hall

Mon., Feb. 11, 2019

Proposed regulations would bar commercial, political and religious events at Spokane Valley’s new City Hall and grounds.

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Grant enables Hutton Settlement to replace sewer lines

Thu., Feb. 7, 2019

The Hutton Settlement Children’s Home has made recent renovations using a $152,000 grant

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Residents cite density concerns from proposed development at 28th and Adams in Spokane Valley

Thu., Feb. 7, 2019

Spokane County’s hearing examiner will soon decide the fate of a developer’s proposal to build multiple duplexes and town houses on the former site of Bergman’s Christmas Tree Farm.

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Artist wants ‘Heart of the Valley’ sculpture displayed for Spokane Valley rather than kept in storage

Tue., Feb. 5, 2019

Cheney artist Richard Warrington, who created a sculpture for Spokane Valley last year, is upset that city officials have decided to store the artwork at its road maintenance facility until Balfour Park is fully developed across from City Hall.

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Photo startup Snappr to start bookings here

Tue., Feb. 5, 2019

California-based startup Snappr, an on-demand professional photography service, is expanding into the Spokane market with an official launch Monday.

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The Dirt: Exotic Metals submits plans for Airway Heights expansion

Sun., Feb. 3, 2019

Exotic Metals Forming LLC has submitted development plans for future expansion on the West Plains.

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Apartments for students planned for former Academy senior-living facility

Sun., Feb. 3, 2019

The Academy, a former senior-living facility near Gonzaga University, will be transformed into student housing.

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County adds two snow gates to fleet; more possible if cost saving from mild winter continues

Sat., Feb. 2, 2019

Spokane County residents will soon see fewer snow berms in their driveways with the addition of two snow gates to the county’s fleet of graders.

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Spokane Valley residents seek zoning changes to limit development of duplexes, apartments and town homes in residential neighborhoods

UPDATED: Thu., Jan. 31, 2019

A proposal by a group of Spokane Valley residents to tighten city regulations and limit the number of duplexes, town homes and cottages is gaining momentum and could be heard by the City Council.

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Spokane Valley nuisance property law gives neighborhood new lease on life

UPDATED: Mon., Jan. 28, 2019

Last year, it was common for neighbors to be jolted awake late in the evening by police activity from a nearby chronic nuisance property. But that has changed since Spokane Valley

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Pinecroft Business Park to add office building

Sun., Jan. 27, 2019

The building, which will be at 12509 E. Mirabeau Parkway, is to have more than 30,800 square feet, according to an application filed with the city by Pinecroft LLC.

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Pods Moving and Storage plans second Spokane Valley location

Sun., Jan. 27, 2019

Pods Moving and Storage is planning to build a second storage facility in Spokane Valley.

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Ballots arriving for Feb. 12 special Spokane election

UPDATED: Sun., Jan. 27, 2019

Spokane County voters should soon be receiving ballots in their mailboxes for the Feb. 12 Special Election.

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Black Pearl request for lower card game tax in Spokane Valley at a standstill

Thu., Jan. 24, 2019

A request from The Black Pearl Casino and Poker Room to reduce Spokane Valley’s gambling tax rate for card games appears to be at a standstill with city officials.

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East Central neighborhood rising with plans for Carl Maxey Center

Mon., Jan. 21, 2019

For years, many buildings in East Central Spokane between Altamont and Thor streets sat vacant and dilapidated. Now, residents are revitalizing the neighborhood – specifically along Fifth Avenue – with a restaurant, retail, and plans for the Carl Maxey Center.

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The Dirt: $6 million business park to be in north Spokane

Sun., Jan. 20, 2019

The $2.9 million project on the southwest corner of the intersection will also have a 4,300-square-foot convenience store.

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Former Spokane Valley firefighter fired in 2012 for religious emails awarded $900,000 settlement

Sun., Jan. 20, 2019

Former Spokane Valley firefighter Jon Sprague, who was fired by the Spokane Valley Fire Department for sending religious emails through his work account, was awarded $900,000 in a settlement.

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$6 million business park to be in north Spokane

UPDATED: Fri., Jan. 18, 2019

The project – Lyons Business Park – calls for construction of three buildings on more than 4 acres at 6510 N. Lidgerwood Ave., according to plans filed with the city.