Special Report

Economy might be stronger than many realize

Market resiliency made for good year in 2023

February 1, 2024

Michael Maehl

2023 ended up being a good year for markets with the rally showing signs it will continue this year..

More financial institutions to branch out to South Hill

Members are driving two organizations to create a physical presence in the area

February 1, 2024

Erica Bullock

Both Gesa Credit Union and Idaho Central Credit Union intend to meet membership demand with new branch locations on Spokane's South Hill.

2024 People of Influence: Canopy Credit Union President and CEO Charlotte Nemec

February 1, 2024

Karina Elias

In 2023, Charlotte Nemec was named CEO of the year by the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions.

Avista Stadium upgrades reach the middle innings

Spokane Indians Baseball Club to enter final year to complete MLB-required upgrades

January 18, 2024

Karina Elias

Upgrades to Avista Stadium, home of the Spokane Indians Baseball Club, are underway, with some improvements to be completed before and during the 2024 minor league season.

Spokane Valley roads budget boosted with new fee

$20 vehicle registration tax will add $2.8M for projects in first 12 months

January 18, 2024

Erica Bullock

A sustainable revenue source for Spokane Valley road maintenance has been approved to go into effect this July.

Shining light on solar panel installation practices

Dishonest sales tactics, improper installations increase calls for consumer protections

January 18, 2024

Dylan Harris

Concerns over unethical sales tactics and improper installations in the solar panel industry have ushered in proposed legislation for consumer protections.

Fund launched to preserve nonprofit buildings in Spokane

Schools, churches among buildings that will qualify

January 18, 2024

Dylan Harris

Spokane Preservation Advocates has launched a new fund to cover the cost of adding buildings owned by nonprofits to the Spokane Register of Historic Places.

Value of oil, mineral rights can be hard to ascertain

Ownership of complex assets raises likelihood of multiple probates

January 18, 2024

Beau Ruff

Ownership of oil and mineral rights adds complexity to an estate plan and the resulting probate.

New commercial spaces to be built in Hayden

Construction to begin in coming weeks near Cd'A Airport

January 18, 2024

Dylan Harris

Work is expected to start in the coming weeks pair of two-unit commercial buildings just south of Coeur d'Alene Airport-Pappy Boyington Field.

WDFW obtains 530 acres on Chapman Lake

Parcel on southern end of reservoir will allow for public access, boat launch

January 18, 2024

Karina Elias

The plan to restore public boat access to Chapman Lake about 30 miles southwest of Spokane takes a significant step forward with the transfer of land on the lake's southern end.