Inside this week’s issue
Quite a lucky charm
Charm bought for 50 cents at estate sale turns out to be the real thing.
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The Collector
Old bank would be worth thousands if it had held onto its paint.
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Art @ Home
New feature highlights some of the best work by local artisans.
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Be my valentine
Learn how to make your own Valentine’s Day card and make the day special.
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Targeting Western gardens
Our gardening expert, Pat Munts, outlines the benefits of new Sunset book.
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Newcomers to town
New feature profiles residents who have recently moved to the Spokane area.
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Research those roses
Check out these tips before you hand over your cash for those Valentine’s Day roses.
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Good for the environment
Burning manufactured logs in your fireplace helps keep the air cleaner.
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Pets with bad hips
Hip dysplasia common in many dogs, but there are ways to help ease the pain.
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