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From startup founders to CEOs, new programs invest in growth

New programs to help entrepreneurs take first steps, execs launch to the next level

August 14, 2025

A recent push in Spokane to grow more business leaders is taking shape at both ends of the career spectrum, from a Catholic Charities program aimed at helping residents who face steep barriers start a business, to a peer advisory group helping CEOs scale their companies to the next level.

Providence to shutter several physical therapy programs

Spokane, Stevens counties both affected by closures

August 14, 2025

Tina Sulzle

Providence Inland Northwest has announced the closure of several orthopedic therapy programs in Spokane and Stevens counties, citing state and federal funding cuts as a factor in the decision.

Spokane Public Radio reimagines airwaves, schedules

NPR member station gives news, classical, jazz each a dedicated station

August 14, 2025

Karina Elias

Spokane Public Radio has replaced its longtime variety programming with three single-format stations dedicated to news, classical, and jazz—an overdue change that will attract more listeners, strengthen finances, and keep the nonprofit broadcaster sustainable for years to come.

Orthopedic groups launch statewide network

Collaboration includes Spokane-based practice

August 14, 2025

Tina Sulzle

Four independent orthopedic groups in Washington have announced the formation of the Washington Orthopaedic Value Network, effective in June.

Washington Trust Bank expands to South Sound

Spokane institution plants roots in Tacoma with building acquisition, plus a new branch

August 14, 2025

Karina Elias

Washington Trust Bank has purchased a six-story building in downtown Tacoma, not far from where it plans to open a separate branch this fall, marking the financial institution's entry into the South Sound.

Washington employers add 10,800 jobs in July

Unemployment rate remains steady

August 13, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Washington state employers added 10,800 jobs over the month of July, according to preliminary data from the Washington state Employment Security Department.

Spokane home sales, prices tick upward in July

Inventory, new listings up over 25% compared with year-earlier figures

August 11, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Just over 500 homes sold in the Spokane area in July, a roughly 1% increase compared to the year-earlier month, the most recent Spokane Association of Realtors monthly home sales report shows.

Avista reports decline in earnings in Q2

Net income dip attributed to investment losses

August 6, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Avista Corp. (NYSE: AVA) has reported second-quarter net income of $14 million, or 17 cents per diluted share, a $9 million decrease compared to Q2 2024.

Home prices tick upward in Kootenai County

Total sales, active listings also up over last year

August 6, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Just under 1,400 single-family homes have sold in Kootenai County this year, a 3.4% increase over the same period in 2024, according to the July 2025 Market Snapshot from Coeur d’Alene Regional Relators.