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Guest Commentary: Washington lawmakers have 2.6 billion reasons to reduce taxes

Huge revenue increase â€¦

July 1, 2021

Washington's quarterly revenue forecast in June showed yet another huge increase in tax revenue. This is $2.6 billion more than was previously expected when lawmakers wrote the 2021-23 budget earlier this year. We now have $2.6 billion reasons

The Journal's View: Sports-travel industry is boosting tourism comeback

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July 1, 2021

Staff Report

As the Spokane economy looks to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the return of the especially hard-hit tourism and hospitality industry is being boosted by the sports-travel sector, which is on a roll and gaining momentum.

Fern Plant Shop relocates in Browne's Addition

Restaurants & Retail

July 1, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Fern Plant Shop LLC has relocated its flagship store to 1526 W. Riverside, in Browne's Addition, from its previous location next door, as it needed more room.

Lenny's Classic American Burgers to open in Cheney

Restaurants & Retail

July 1, 2021

Kevin Blocker

After nearly two decades operating as Lenny's American & Italian Fine Cuisine, at 1204 W. First, in Cheney, the restaurant's new owners have taken the space back to its original roots and launched Lenny's Classic American Burgers.

Spokane's Alexander Scott named to new post at Commerce Department

GU law school graduate will be federal funding adviser for state agency

July 1, 2021

Kevin Blocker

The Washington state Department of Commerce has hired Spokane-based Alexander Scott to the newly created position of federal adviser, the state agency announced late last month.

Haven Real Estate Group owners start new mortgage company

Real estate firm, new lender located downtown

July 1, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Spokane-based Haven Real Estate Group LLC debuted a new affiliate-Haven Mortgage Group LLC-in mid-June. Co-founded by the husband-and-wife duo Robert and Cambria Henry, Haven Real Estate was launched in 2015 and now has eight full-time employees and

SRM Development launches affordable housing division

Company also intends to provide options for 'missing middle' market

July 1, 2021

Natasha Nellis

Spokane-based SRM Development LLC has added affordable housing to its roster of services, as the company plans to focus on developing new housing using low-income housing tax credits throughout the western states.

Carpet One plans store in Liberty Lake

Project expected to be completed next spring

July 1, 2021

Natasha Nellis

A franchisee of Carpet One Floor & Home is planning a new $1.3 million retail store in Liberty Lake, which, if approved, will mark the fourth Inland Northwest location for the company. The retailer sells flooring materials, including carpet, hardwood

Just American Desserts thrives with high demand

Just American Desserts finds success in grocery stores, loyal customers

July 1, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Just American Desserts has not only survived but thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic largely thanks to its loyal customer base, claims Eva Roberts, owner of the business.

Spokane neurosurgeon team gets hand from robotic arm

Technology to enable less invasive spine surgeries

July 1, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Now in possession of a $1.5 million robotic arm, a team of eight Inland Northwest neurosurgeons has a tool to improve the accuracy of spinal surgeries while helping to aid patient recovery. By industry standards, says neurosurgeon Dr. Nathaniel Whitney,