San Clemente, California-based Next Wave Investors LLC has purchased the 300-unit Serrano North and Serrano South apartment complexes in Spokane, which the investment company plans to renovate.

The Cornerstone Pentecostal Church has purchased the former Ice World facility in Liberty Lake, where the church plans to move from its current location following a $2 million remodel. The newly acquired facility is located at 21510 E. Mission,

Joel Gilbertson became regional chief executive for Washington and Montana and executive vice president at Providence Health & Services on March 1. The 48-year-old East Coast native succeeds Elaine Couture, who retired last month after a decade

Marilyn Thordarson, who was the voice of Sacred Heart Medical Center for nearly a quarter-century, says she firmly believes it's the hospital's responsibility to make its story known in the community it serves.

Dick and Carol Wendle, both 79, say they've made a good team throughout nearly 55 years of marriage. The Wendles say they have a passion for giving back to youth and the community. Those around them notice the ripple effects that continue to make

Judy Cole says it's gratifying to see the fruits of her 35-year career at Avista Corp. continue to flourish. Cole, former senior director of business and public affairs at the Spokane-based power company, says she's watched as Avista's corporate