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Blaze Barrier looks to catch fire in INW

Growing threat of wildfires sparked the idea of an alternative suppressant system

August 29, 2024

A Deer Park native has invented a fire extinguishing product, dubbed the Blaze Barrier, that aims to be a sustainable alternative tool in the defense against wildfires.

Builders eye West Plains property for new commercial center

Strong demand for warehouse space prompts development of more leasable units

August 29, 2024

Erica Bullock

Strong demand for warehouse space is the driving force behind a Spokane developer's plans to build its third commercial building on the West Plains in as many years.

Rental Housing Association, Landlord Association combine into one entity

Efforts to change housing laws attract state org to Spokane

August 29, 2024

Erica Bullock

The Landlord Association of the Inland Northwest has been acquired by the Rental Housing Association of Washington state in a deal that will bring more attention to Spokane-area housing concerns.

Around Town: August 29

August 29, 2024

Erica Bullock

Avista Corp. names Rosentrater as next CEO

August 26, 2024

Journal of Business Staff

Avista Corp. CEO Dennis Vermillion plans to retire at the end of the year. He will be succeeded by Heather Rosentrater.

Spokane Symphony, Fox Theater director to step down

Former bank executive named to interim post

August 21, 2024

Journal of Business Staff

Jeff vom Saal plans to step down as executive director of the Fox Theater and Spokane Symphony on Aug. 31.

Total jobs increase year over year in Spokane MSA

Jobless rate increases during same period

August 20, 2024

Journal of Business Staff

Employers in the Spokane Metropolitan Statistical Area have added about 1,900 jobs a 12-month period ending in July, preliminary data from the Washington state Employment Security Department show.