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Rich Gortsema of Power Plus in north Spokane is the hot rod king

UPDATED: Sun., Sept. 29, 2019

Rich Gortsema of Spokane has built hot rod dreams for decades, and this weekend he received statewide recognition. Gortsema was inducted into the Washington State Hot Rod Hall of Fame as 2019 Builder of the Year in Lynnwood, Washington.

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Christmas is many months of joy for holiday early birders

Fri., Sept. 27, 2019

Holiday early birds, you know them. They already have most or all their Christmas gifts stashed. But with less than 100 days until Dec. 25, you might consider some steps now – especially around handmade creations or to update decorations. Here are some tips from a few early birders.

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North Central High actors help UW-Spokane medical school identify ways to communicate with patients

Wed., Sept. 25, 2019

It can be tricky talking to teens about sensitive topics, yet doctors need to draw answers from them for adolescents’ health issues. Each fall, North Central High School drama students do role-playing scenarios to help first-year Spokane medical students in University of Washington School of Medicine.

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Mead graduate, REI team to bring outdoors to hospitalized kids

Fri., Sept. 20, 2019

Mead High School graduate Nathan Isaac, a cancer survivor, has designed hats and beanies recently stocked at five flagship REI stores and online. A percentage of sales from Stalyon products will bring professional outdoor adventure photos to young cancer patients.

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Beats & Rhythms offers heart disease support for families

UPDATED: Wed., Sept. 18, 2019

Beats & Rhythms in Spokane offers activities, mentors and continuing support to families and their children with congenital heart conditions. Volunteer outreach typically starts with a hospital visit.

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Planning, using available resources are ways to be prepared for disasters

Fri., Sept. 13, 2019

September is family preparedness month, when residents are urged to take steps such as storage of necessary items in the event of severe storms and disaster events. From stocking a disaster kit to developing a family emergency plan, here are some tips for Inland Northwest residents.

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Women of the Year: For NATIVE Project’s Toni Lodge, her work is about creating community.

Thu., Sept. 12, 2019

Seconds into a conversation, Toni Lodge taps into humor. She’s a natural storyteller, too. But other clues about Lodge soon surface, such as her tenacity and passion for community when talking about the past 30 years of her work in Spokane.

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Pedaling safer paths for kids

Fri., Sept. 6, 2019

Cycling safety is something parents can model and teach kids starting at around age 5, said Bill Bender, SpokeFest president and recently retired neurologist. The group promotes cycling and safety year-round, offering activities beyond its annual Spokane ride this Sunday.

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Supplements are big business, but study shows little impact to heart health, longevity

Wed., Sept. 4, 2019

Billions are spent each year on vitamins in the U.S., but a massive new analysis again questions the benefit of most supplements to improve heart health or lengthen life. Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say most supplements don’t cause harm but that a vast majority don’t bring health gains.

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Building their dream home: North Spokane family is DIY’ing together

Sat., Aug. 31, 2019

A north Spokane family has taken on do-it-yourself projects one at a time, working together toward what they visualize as a dream home. Even the kids help out a bit.

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Retiree Eileen Dugger, 65, has cross-country grit

UPDATED: Wed., Aug. 28, 2019

Eileen Dugger, 65, lives near Diamond Lake and dreamed of cycling a popular coast-to-coast trek. Now retired, she completed the trip Aug. 11 assisted by husband Cliff Dugger, truck and trailer driver.

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Spokane included in new Meds-First program for opioid addiction

Thu., Aug. 22, 2019

Spokane is among four sites in Washington that will expand medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction under a new two-year, $8 million project.

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Standing up for paddling safety: Life jackets, other precautions are encouraged

Wed., Aug. 21, 2019

Stand-up paddleboards are increasingly popular. While fun, there are risks on the water. After four paddleboard-related drownings in the state this summer, the Washington State Parks Boating Program issued a statement urging people to wear a life jacket, carry a whistle and use a board leash.

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Diggin in, digging out: Deborah Grenehalghe turned her hands toward soil to find peace

Fri., Aug. 16, 2019

When domestic violence brought chaos, Deborah Grenehalghe turned her hands toward soil to find moments of peace. She wants to help other battered women experience quiet healing around growing plants with Spokane Women’s Farms, which coordinates garden spaces and supplies.

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Goal-setting groove: Milestone birthdays fuel lists of things to accomplish

Fri., Aug. 9, 2019

People might set financial goals, maybe also work goals. But should you set personal goals toward having fun, following passions, getting in an adventure? Spokane resident Danielle Beaudine, 39, is among people who have written a personal goal-setting list of 40 to-do’s before she turns 40.

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Forces of nature: Doctors linking environment, climate change to health issues

Wed., Aug. 7, 2019

A small but growing number of physicians are discussing publicly their concerns about climate change and environmental factors impacting people’s health. They include some physicians in Spokane seeing impacts from a growing number of regional wildfires and hazardous air quality.

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Extra doses of care for pets: Products can help keep animals safe and happy

Fri., Aug. 2, 2019

For many residents, dogs and cats are part of the family. People have more choices to protect or enhance pets’ lives. CBD pet products are on the rise. Regional fire departments routinely carry pet oxygen masks. Dog owners also can buy restraints for vehicles or booties to protect pads.

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President’s Council award recognizes ‘Sit and Be Fit’ creator

Wed., July 31, 2019

Spokane’s Mary Ann Wilson, founder of the “Sit and Be Fit” public television show, has received recognition as a 2019 recipient of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Community Leadership Award.

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Tracking smarter health apps: Use your phone as tool to help with medical, fitness needs

Wed., July 31, 2019

While it’s not so smart to rely on Dr. Google, a growing number of tools via your smarthphone is helping to track, manage and detect health issues.

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Summer meals: Spokane food trucks feed homeless teens

Fri., July 26, 2019

A Spokane group of food truck owners is serving up summer meals for 58 homeless Spokane Valley teens who were given a punch card to get five free hot meals a week. Among the youth, 45 of them received STA bus passes to go where the vendors are serving at public events.

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Gym bag magic: How to pack for going from workout to work

Wed., July 24, 2019

What are essentials to pack in a gym bag if you’re going from an early morning workout, then directly to work, or maybe to a lunchtime workout? Fitness fans pack smart the night before and keep a small bag of travel toiletries. Baby wipes and dry shampoos are popular, too.

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‘I can conquer anything’: Spokane’s Amy Biviano prepares for double marathon as she battles epilepsy

Wed., July 24, 2019

Spokane resident Amy Biviano, diagnosed 26 years ago with epilepsy, plans to do a double marathon – 52.4 miles – to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation as part of the San Francisco Marathon on July 28. Eight days after the grueling run, she’ll check into UCSF for the first round of brain surgery.

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Fourth trimester: Earlier postpartum care for new moms

Wed., July 17, 2019

Dialogue has increased around the term fourth trimester regarding a new mom’s health needs after a birth and how the baby is adjusting. There have been recent books and publicity around Meghan Markle urging moms to see a provider earlier and seek support. Local providers say some barriers remain.

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World Cup play offers lessons in properly using one’s head

UPDATED: Wed., July 10, 2019

The top concussion risk in soccer is from players colliding as they jump up to head a ball, say experts in a program to teach safer youth soccer heading techniques

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Celebrating birth days: MultiCare Valley Hospital celebrates 50 years with a baby reunion

Fri., July 5, 2019

JoEllen Prickett has a distinction of first baby born in February 1969 at Spokane Valley General Hospital – soon after the facility opened. Christopher and Cheryl Custer were the first twins born there. This Wednesday, MultiCare is holding a 50th anniversary baby reunion.