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Falls Tower hits historic preservation speed bump

Former YWCA building demolition remains likely, but could be delayed

December 20, 2018

The planned $60 million Falls Tower project has been placed on hold while the Spokane Historic Landmarks Commission decides whether the two former YWCA buildings at 829 W. Broadway merit historic preservation designation

Economic Outlook 2019: Momentum to carry into new year, with some slowing

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December 20, 2018

Linn Parish

The Inland Northwest business community has plenty of momentum going into 2019, but an inevitable slowdown that's bound to follow a long economic growth cycle is expected.

MacKay Manufacturing buys structure in Spokane Valley

Company to expand into Ecolite facility next month

December 20, 2018

Virginia Thomas

Spokane Valley-based MacKay Manufacturing Inc. is expanding its space and is hoping to grow its staff and increase production capacity. Katie MacKay, vice president and second-generation MacKay Manufacturing owner, says the computer numerical control

Legislative outlook: Spokane advocates seek $160 million-plus for projects, initiatives

Business advocates to fight tax increases first, though

December 20, 2018

LeAnn Bjerken

Spokane-area interests are seeking funding for education, transportation, health care, and community projects and initiatives valued at more than $160 million during the upcoming state legislative session.

Retail speculation on Spokane's South Hill

Myriad of uses possible when Shopko shutters its store on Regal Street

December 20, 2018

Samantha Peone

Potential future uses for the soon-to-be closed Shopko store building on Spokane's South Hill could include another big-box retailer, a grocery store, a multitenant retail complex, or a mixed-use development, say commercial real estate professionals

Around Town

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December 6, 2018

Staff Report

Cor Counseling & Wellness LLC, of Spokane, has leased 1,900 square feet of office space in a multitenant building at 9631 N. Nevada, where it plans to open a second office in January. The mental health care provider has nine full-time therapists and is lo

Guest Commentary: Health care costs, quality should top Congress' slate

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December 6, 2018

Don Brunell

When Congress convenes next year, lawmakers must focus on the cost and quality of health care. In November, voters made it clear that health care was on top of their minds.

The Journal's View: Spokane City Council's sit-lie ordinance suspension helps no one

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December 6, 2018

Staff Report

The recent Spokane City Council action to suspend enforcement of the city's 'sit-lieâ€ ordinance while the city addresses a lack of homeless shelters likely was taken through a sense of compassion, but the action was unneeded and helps no one.

Home goods store sweeps into Cd'A

Restaurants & Retail

December 6, 2018

LeAnn Bjerken

The owners of Junk antique store in Coeur d'Alene have opened a new home goods store just across the street, called Lovely Chaos.

Blink Lash Boutique coming to downtown Spokane

Restaurants & Retail

December 6, 2018

LeAnn Bjerken

Blink Lash Boutique, a new eyelash extension shop, is scheduled to open this weekend in the former Inked tattoo space at 310 W. First, in downtown Spokane.