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Man on life support after Hillyard shooting

UPDATED: Fri., June 15, 2018

A man was hospitalized early Friday with life-threatening injuries following an overnight shooting in Hillyard.

News >  Spokane

Spokane Flag Museum tells American history through its symbols

Thu., June 14, 2018

For Stan Wills, a desire to share the history of America with other people led to ownership of the Spokane Flag Museum – the only museum of its kind on the West Coast that houses a collection of more than 125 replica flags.

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‘This is their life and their future’: Koreans in Spokane reflect on historic summit

UPDATED: Mon., June 11, 2018

The historic summit meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has Koreans in Spokane closely watching the outcome.

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Major projects, development planned for Felts Field

Mon., June 11, 2018

Felts Field is preparing for growth with several projects in the works that include relocating a fuel facility, adding a gateway feature to the airport’s entrance and constructing a new hangar to house the Historic Flight Foundation.

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Developers see transformation for dilapidated Downtowner Motel

Sun., June 10, 2018

The Downtowner Motel isn’t in the top tier for overnight accommodations in Spokane. But if initial plans filed with the city this week take hold, the nightly – or weekly – rates at the downtrodden motel will be replaced with monthly rents.

News >  Business

Eye Care Associates building new clinic in Spokane Valley

Sat., June 9, 2018

BSHB Real Estate LLC filed building permits with the city for a 4,100-square-foot optometry clinic at 1103 N. Pines Road that will include four exam rooms, a tech station, frame room, laboratory, waiting area and staff offices.

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Multiple city crews rescue pair stranded in tree in Spokane River

Thu., June 7, 2018

Spokane Valley fire incidents and other reports for the period May 21 to June 3.

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Spokane Valley City Council sign off on 5-year lease with Splash Down’s original owners

UPDATED: Thu., June 7, 2018

Spokane Valley city officials unanimously approved a five-year lease with the original owners of Splash Down, who plan to reopen the water park this month.

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Spokane Valley officials evaluate conflict of interest involving hearing examiner, developer

UPDATED: Tue., June 5, 2018

Spokane Valley is weighing termination of a long-standing contract with Spokane County to avoid a conflict of interest between its hearing examiner and a developer.

News >  Business

Spokane City Credit Union building undergoing $650,000 renovation

Sun., June 3, 2018

The 1970s-era Spokane City Credit Union bank building on North Monroe Street is getting a complete rehab.

News >  Business

Ponderosa Village, Dishman Mica

Sat., June 2, 2018

Construction is progressing on the Ponderosa Village development surrounding Barney’s Harvest Foods in Spokane Valley.

News >  Business

Duluth Trading Co. plans first store in Washington

Sat., June 2, 2018

Wisconsin-based Duluth Trading Co. is expanding its physical presence to Spokane Valley with a 15,000-square-foot retail store.

News >  Spokane

For first time in 40 years, Democrats forgo chance at Spokane County Commission

Sat., June 2, 2018

For the first time in 40 years, Republicans will run unopposed by Democrats for a seat on the Spokane County Board of Commissioners.

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McMorris Rodgers talks health care, education at Deer Park town hall

UPDATED: Fri., June 1, 2018

Deer Park residents voiced concerns and shared questions about health care, budget reform and education with U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers during a town hall event on Friday.

News >  Spokane

Former Spokane Valley Councilman Bill Gothmann donates 11 acres for park

Sat., May 26, 2018

For former Spokane Valley city councilman Bill Gothmann, there’s a section of land south of Saltese Flats that holds a special place in his heart.

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Valley church files permits for renovations

Sat., May 26, 2018

The Greenacres Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses has filed permits with Spokane Valley to renovate a Kingdom Hall at 18416 E. Desmet Ave.

News >  Business

Ulta Beauty to build store near Spokane Valley Mall

Sat., May 26, 2018

Illinois-based Ulta Beauty is building a 10,500-square-foot store near the Spokane Valley Mall.

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Residential tower and brewery/restaurant combo planned for downtown Spokane’s

Sat., May 26, 2018

Two projects – a new seven-story residential tower, and a brewery and restaurant in adjoining historic buildings – are being developed in downtown Spokane’s west end by the same team of two sets of brothers: Jordan and Joel Tampien, co-owners of 4 Degrees Real Estate, and Matt and Ryan Goodwin.

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Spokane Valley Planning Commission seeks zone change to allow hotel buildings in industrial zones

Thu., May 24, 2018

Spokane Valley city officials may allow hotels to be built in industrial zones through a change to city code.

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New city hall one of many signs of progress, Spokane Valley Mayor Rod Higgins says

UPDATED: Wed., May 23, 2018

Spokane Valley is poised for growth with a balanced budget, a new city hall building and infrastructure improvements to lure new businesses to the city, Spokane Valley Mayor Rod Higgins said at a State of the City address on Wednesday.

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Spokane County agrees to pay for design of Trent Avenue roundabout connector

UPDATED: Fri., May 25, 2018

Spokane County Commissioners have approved an agreement with the city of Spokane Valley to pay for design of a connection from a proposed roundabout on Trent Avenue to the Highland Estates neighborhood.

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Go nuts for doughnuts: Amy’s Donuts coming to the Valley this fall

Mon., May 21, 2018

Amy’s Donuts, a mom and pop shop known for offering hundreds of flavors and unique toppings, is coming to Spokane Valley in November.

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$12 million upgrade to Liberty Lake Regional Park could include bigger campground, expanded beach, nature playground

Sun., May 20, 2018

A longer beach, bigger campground and environmental learning center could be new features of Liberty Lake Regional Park as county officials finalize a plan for a $12 million upgrade.

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Permits filed for machinery dealership in Valley

Sat., May 19, 2018

Plans for a more than 40,000-square-foot Volvo machinery dealershipare underway in Spokane Valley near the Spokane Business and Industrial Park.

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From Lilac Queen to Chico’s FAS CEO, Shelley Broader shares life lessons at Lilac Association luncheon

Sat., May 19, 2018

More than three decades ago, Spokane Lilac Festival Queen Shelley Broader – then Shelley Gilchrist – represented the city in events across Washington state. Now, as president and CEO of Chico’s FAS, she represents a clothing brand with more than $2 billion in net sales.