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Spokane Valley officials mull site for sculpture “Heart of the Valley,” created by Cheney artist Richard Warrington

Thu., Sept. 13, 2018

Spokane Valley city officials are considering potential placement sites for a sixth sculpture, “Heart of the Valley,” which was donated by the Spokane Valley Arts Council.

News >  Spokane

Sweet deal: Spokane beekeepers offer info, honey at Interstate Fair

Thu., Sept. 13, 2018

There are more than 300 members of the Inland Empire Beekeepers Association, which has maintained a booth at the Spokane County Interstate Fair for over 25 years.

News >  Spokane

Youngest rodeoers at Spokane County Fair test their skills at mutton bustin’

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 7, 2018

As a crowd gathered in the stands around a small arena at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 6-year-old Simeon Weins stepped into a chute, hopped onto a sheep and prepared for a ride that would last only seconds. The gate to the chute opened and the sheep dashed out, crossing the arena with Simeon in tow. The ride lasted about three seconds before the boy fell to the ground, unharmed.

News >  Business

Grocery Outlet on Sprague Avenue closes after 29 years

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 7, 2018

Grocery Outlet Bargain Market in Spokane Valley has shuttered after close to three decades of service.

News >  Spokane

Spokane County clerks candidates differ on experience, goals for reform

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 7, 2018

Two candidates for county clerk, incumbent Tim Fitzgerald and challenger Michael Kirk, have similar goals to boost technology, but they differ on reform

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley fire roundup: Woman thrown after vehicle clips her motorized wheelchair

Thu., Sept. 6, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to several calls involving a pedestrian accident, several brush fires and unauthorized burning reports.

News >  Spokane

Proposal to ban drones in Spokane Valley parks raises concerns among hobbyists, commercial operators

Wed., Sept. 5, 2018

As drones gain popularity among hobbyists and commercial operators, the Spokane Valley parks department is grappling with how to balance their use with public safety and privacy.

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Summer getaway or full-time residence, a house on the water in Spokane area remains relatively affordable, observers say

Sun., Sept. 2, 2018

As waterfront homes in Seattle sell at a premium with prices starting at more than $1 million, some Spokane real estate agents say homes near the water in the Inland Northwest still remain fairly affordable for buyers.

News >  Business

New STCU location to focus on homebuyers, mortgage loans

UPDATED: Wed., Aug. 29, 2018

Spokane Teachers Credit Union is expanding in Spokane Valley with the opening of its first stand-alone center to serve growing consumer demand for home loans.

News >  Local Government

Citizen commission to evaluate pay raises for Spokane Valley City Council

Mon., Aug. 27, 2018

Spokane Valley is planning to appoint a five-person citizen salary commission to evaluate a pay increase for city council members.

News >  Business

The Dirt: Memory care facility coming to Spokane’s Southgate neighborhood

Sun., Aug. 26, 2018

A nearly 40,000-square-foot memory care facility will be built in Spokane’s Southgate neighborhood, according to permits issued by the city.

News >  Business

4 Seasons Roasting moving from downtown Spokane to Valley

Sat., Aug. 25, 2018

Spokane’s first specialty coffee roaster, 4 Seasons Roasting Co., is planning to move its coffee-roasting facility to Spokane Valley by next year.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Gun Club votes to sell land to Valley School District

UPDATED: Fri., Aug. 24, 2018

The Spokane Gun Club approved selling land to the Central Valley School District in a final vote Friday evening.

News >  Spokane

Susan Hutchison challenges Sen. Maria Cantwell to 10 debates

UPDATED: Fri., Aug. 24, 2018

Republican candidate Susan Hutchison challenged incumbent Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell on Friday to a series of 10 debates to be held in each congressional district throughout Washington.

News >  Local Government

Fire roundup: Valley crews respond to call of man in river; passing boat pulls him on board

Thu., Aug. 23, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to a report of a man in the Spokane River on Aug. 6 near the Denny Ashlock Bridge.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Valley budget reflects familiar goals

Thu., Aug. 23, 2018

Spokane Valley’s budget goals for 2019 remain similar to last year: funding for road preservation and public safety, as well as infrastructure and park improvements. At a projected $70.7 million, the 2019 preliminary budget contains a more than 1 percent increase in expenses over last year. However, the city is anticipating a $3.7 million surplus in the 2019 budget.

News >  Spokane

Spokane County approves upgrades for Liberty Lake Regional Park

Thu., Aug. 23, 2018

Spokane County Commissioners approved a master plan for the Liberty Lake Regional Park that includes more than $12 million in campground upgrades.

News >  Crime/Public Safety

One dead in Spokane Valley condo fire

UPDATED: Mon., Aug. 20, 2018

One person is dead and several residents were displaced as a result of a fire Sunday night at the Central Park Condominiums in Spokane Valley.

News >  Local Government

Open Spokane County assessor seat draws two Republican candidates

UPDATED: Tue., Aug. 21, 2018

Two Republican candidates are vying to become the newest Spokane County assessor following current assessor Vicki Horton’s retirement announcement earlier this year.

News >  Business

Washington retail sales up 10 percent this year; Spokane Valley ranks second in sales growth

UPDATED: Sat., Aug. 18, 2018

A bump in construction, as well as sales of equipment, lawn and garden supplies boosted Washington state’s retail sales to more than $37 billion this year – a 10 percent increase over 2017, according to the Washington State Department of Revenue.

News >  Business

At head of JPMorgan Chase’s operations in the Northwest, Phyllis Campbell looks back on upward career path

UPDATED: Sat., Aug. 18, 2018

As chairwoman of the Pacific Northwest for JPMorgan Chase & Co. – the most senior executive in Washington, Oregon and Idaho – Phyllis Campbell is giving back to the community by helping customers achieve their financial goals.

News >  Business

CHAS Health opens Spokane Valley dental clinic

UPDATED: Wed., Aug. 22, 2018

The East Mission Dental Clinic is an extension of the existing CHAS Health urgent-care facility at 1502 N. Vercler Road, which opened three years ago.

News >  Local Government

Traffic impact of 226-lot development project in Spokane Valley top concern with residents

UPDATED: Thu., Aug. 16, 2018

The Vistas at Belleaire, a proposed 226 lot development in south Spokane Valley, is moving forward despite concerns from residents about increased traffic in the neighborhood.

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Fire roundup: Liberty Lake house lost after cigarette starts blaze

Wed., Aug. 15, 2018

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to several calls the week of July 23 to Aug. 5 involving brush fires and assisted with extinguishing a large house fire in Liberty Lake.

News >  Spokane

Protesters ask Spokane Valley City Council to denounce racism

Wed., Aug. 15, 2018

Valley Indivisible Progressives, an activist group, held a rally at Spokane Valley City Hall on Tuesday evening encouraging city council members to denounce racism.