Special Report

Low appraisals viewed as a problem by some, misperception by others

Perceptions of a low appraisal trend are misguided, other factors at play

June 5, 2025

In today’s post-pandemic housing market, some real estate agents in Spokane say that residential appraisals are coming in lower than expected, leading to agreed-upon deals being upended and frustrating sellers and buyers.

Unpacking state budget's impact on homeownership

Efforts to improve affordability could come with climbing costs for some

June 5, 2025

Karene Loman

Washington State Gov. Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5167, the state's operating budget for the 2025-2027 biennium, into law on May 20.

Spokane International Airport plans $8.8M fuel facility upgrades

New tank, replacement of others to help meet increased demand

June 5, 2025

Dylan Harris

Spokane International Airport has submitted a permit application for its planned $8.8 million fuel facility upgrade and expansion project.

Spokane developer's office to be remodeled

Tenant-improvement project carries proposed cost of $575K

June 5, 2025

Dylan Harris

Lanzce G. Douglass Inc. is planning a $575,000 remodel of its Spokane headquarters, a building permit application and site plan on file with the city show.

Spokane can learn from New York's office revival

Tenants trend toward leasing a brand, not just space

June 5, 2025

Eric Peterson

Two office projects slated for Spokane Valley

Medical clinic, two-unit office with combined value of $2.4M planned

June 5, 2025

Tina Sulzle

Blessings Under the Bridge rebrands, expands services

Nonprofit adds catering program, secure storage lockers

May 22, 2025

Tina Sulzle

In 2007, Jessica Kovac headed out on a mission to feed the homeless.

Spokane Public Radio plans for loss of federal funding

Recent executive order aims to end government aid for NPR, PBS

May 22, 2025

Dylan Harris

President Donald Trump’s recent executive order aimed at stopping federal funding for NPR and PBS could have significant impacts on local stations across the U.S., including Spokane Public Radio.

Next Chapter forms to help those emerging from homelessness

Organization provides furniture, classes at old North Side church

May 22, 2025

Karina Elias

At Next Chapter: Home & Leadership Development, newly housed people can shop for furniture and home goods at no cost and enroll in leadership development courses.

Studio Ascent makes waves with waterfront properties

Small firm finds niche in lake, mountain homes

May 8, 2025

Tina Sulzle

Brennen Chasse, founder of Spokane-based architecture company Studio Ascent, says there’s currently a push for high-end design residential properties.