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Business owners should heed priorities next year

Resilience marks 2020, vigilance vital for 2021

December 3, 2020

With a year of economic disruption and upheaval almost in the books, it's clear Spokane businesses already have done much to adjust to the pandemic and plan for the future. Yet staying competitive in the year ahead will require continued vigilance

Investing in self can provide strong returns

Setting goals can help with relationships, financial independence

December 3, 2020

Sarah Carlson

We've all heard stories about get-rich-quick schemes, and most times, it's just that-a scheme. Schemes of this nature usually create an impression that participants can achieve a high rate of return with little risk, skill, effort, or time.

Guest Commentary: Boeing poised to begin ascent from turbulent times

'Key to recovery' ...

December 3, 2020

Don Brunell

Finally, the Federal Aviation Administration cleared Boeing's revamped 737 Max to return to service and Seattle Times aviation writer, Dominic Gates, reports its first flight is scheduled for Dec. 29.

The Journal's View: Health District staff, Velazquez deserve support during trying time

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December 3, 2020

Staff Report

It's become clear that the ham-handed handling of Dr. Bob Lutz's dismissal as Spokane County's regional health officer couldn't have come at a worse time.

Spokane Pizza Co. planned in old McKenzie River Pizza location

Restaurants & Retail

December 3, 2020

Kevin Blocker

Spokane Pizza Co. plans to open a full-service pizza, grill, and sports bar restaurant in a 5,800-square-foot space at 9225 N. Nevada, on Spokane's North Side, according to Spokane-based commercial real estate brokerage SVN Cornerstone.

Raven & Rose hair salon to open on Spokane's North Side

Restaurants & Retail

December 3, 2020

Kevin Blocker

Spokane hair stylist, Anna Tanner, has her sights set on opening her own salon, Raven & Rose, at 1427 W. Montgomery, on the city's North Side. She and her husband, Jeremy Tanner, acquired a one-time single-family home at the corner of Northwest

PotlatchDeltic finalizes $48 million land sale

Company sells 74K acres in Minnesota to conservation group

December 3, 2020

Kevin Blocker

Spokane-based PotlatchDeltic Corp. has completed the sale of more than 74,000 acres of forestland in central and northern Minnesota. The Conservation Fund purchased the land for almost $48 million, according to a PotlatchDeltic press release.

Spokane City Council passes tax to finance affordable housing

Collection to begin July unless alternative found

December 3, 2020

Virginia Thomas

Spokane City Council has approved a measure that will impose a 0.1% sales and use tax, the revenue from which will be dedicated to providing more affordable housing within the city.

Air cargo volume remains strong in Spokane

Outbound freight's slight declines offset by inbound activity

December 3, 2020

Natasha Nellis

Air cargo demand at the Spokane International Airport has remained strong despite the pandemic, according to data provided by the airport.

Downtown Days Inn building to be renovated

Company plans to convert motel into apartment units

December 3, 2020

Natasha Nellis

The former Days Inn motel in downtown Spokane has been purchased by an Oregon-based development team that plans to convert its guest rooms into apartments, according to planning documents on file with the city of Spokane.