Clearly, this pandemic has forced our attention to the near-term reality of high unemployment and need to survive a historic economic and societal challenge. Sixty days ago, we were talking about how tight labor markets were making it critical

As Washington begins to reopen businesses and looks to rebuild its economy, business groups should be lauded for their constructive, noncombative efforts when walking a fine line in advocating for restarting the economy while ensuring public safety.

Two Spokane nonprofits-Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington and YMCA of the Inland Northwest-are being considered for over $20 million in bonds and low-income housing tax credits from the Washington state Housing Finance Commission.

A specialty soda company based in Dalton Gardens has raised $18.5 million in venture capital funding. According to proprietary market data software subscription platform PitchBook, Tractor Beverages Inc. raised the funding as a combination of equity

Spokane spices and rub company Spiceology has secured $2 million in a round of funding. Spiceology, located east of downtown at 715 E. Sprague, will dedicate a significant portion of funding to its continued marketing efforts, says company CEO

Short-term rental company Stay Alfred Inc., of Spokane Valley, plans to continue operating but will do so with a reduced staff and smaller national footprint of units, according to a spokeswoman speaking on the company's behalf.