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Spokane's Fall Festival of Homes to start Sept. 24

Event will showcase 13 homesites across county

September 23, 2021

Spokane Home Builders Association has scheduled its 17th annual Fall Festival of Homes, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 24-25, and Oct. 1-2. This year, guests will have options to attend both in-person and virtually, with 3D virtual tours of

L&I proposes increase in workers' compensation premiums

Hike said due to boost in pension cost-of-living

September 23, 2021

Virginia Thomas

The Washington state Department of Labor & Industries is proposing a 3.1% overall average rate increase for workers' compensation insurance for 2022. If approved, the increase would be the state's first rate hike in five years. On Sept. 21, L&I

Estates & Elders founder follows heart with advocacy

Ballantyne's law career founded after helping mom navigate dementia care

September 23, 2021

Craig Howard

It has never bothered Jennifer Ballantyne that she was the oldest student in her graduating class at Gonzaga University School of Law. For this elder law attorney who eventually founded Estates & Elders Law PLLC, age is something to be honored, not

Working-class housing planned in Logan neighborhood

Three buildings will have 36 rental units combined

September 23, 2021

Erica Bullock

A new 36-unit apartment complex is in planning stages at 3028 N. Madelia by Spokane-based Modre Ventures LLC, a real estate investment fund and development company founded by 22-year-old CEO Richard Kennedy. The development site is five blocks east of

Going West: Witherspoon Kelley expands to keep up with demand

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September 23, 2021

Virginia Thomas

A Spokane law firm older than the state of Washington is experiencing a growth spurt with a recent acquisition. Christopher Varallo, president of Spokane-based Witherspoon Kelley, says the acquisition of Yakima-based Lyon, Weigand & Gustafson PS

Tax proposals said to affect retirement decisions

Proposed legislation includes provisions that could spur earlier retirements, some say

September 23, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Inland Northwest financial experts have observed an increase in people retiring slightly earlier, and some say the potential for an increase in certain federal taxes is playing a role. John Kessler, senior vice president with Spokane-based Washington

Vantage Point Brewing moves forward in Coeur d'Alene

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September 23, 2021

Virginia Thomas

The owners of Vantage Point Brewing Co. aim to bring a taste of old-world ales to a modern setting in a rapidly growing part of Coeur d'Alene by next Memorial Day. Site work for the new brewery and restaurant began in mid-August at a vacant lot at

Spokane's attributes touted to attract more retirees

City compares favorably to other Western metros

September 23, 2021

Judith Spitzer

In recent years, various publications and organizations have been touting Spokane as one of the best midsize cities for retirement in the U.S. Livability.com, for example, ranked Spokane No. 7 in its top 10 best places to retire in late 2018, one of

Baldwin Sign owners plan commercial complex in northeast Spokane

Work on $2.5M project slated to start next spring

September 23, 2021

Erica Bullock

Two new 18,000-square-foot buildings with parking and amenities are planned on adjacent parcels of commercial land on Spokane's North Side. JNW Properties LLC has filed a State Environmental Policy Act application with the city of Spokane to develop

Fall prevention becomes growing focus

Injuries may be avoided through year-round exercise, activities

September 23, 2021

Erica Bullock

In order for retirement home residents to avoid falls, retirement communities have developed programs, activities, and assessments to help seniors to get and remain active throughout the year. Jeff Thaxton, PrimeFit instructor at Fairwinds Spokane