Government

High hopes for future of Hillyard

Northeast Public Development Authority works to put area in the path of progress

May 23, 2024

Erica Bullock

The Northeast Public Development Authority has three developments in the works valued over $10 million.

Spokane outpaces state in retail sales growth

County, city rank fourth overall in taxable sales

April 30, 2024

Journal of Business Staff

Third-quarter taxable retail sales in Spokane County increased to $3.9 billion, up 1.1% from the year-earlier period.

Options are available to protect special property

Land use, character can be preserved via multiple strategies

April 25, 2024

Beau Ruff

For those who have special pieces of properties they wish to preserve, there are several planning strategies to consider.

State offers energy-audit funds for public buildings

Results can help find cost savings, increase efficiency

April 25, 2024

Ro Fonder Reeve

The state of Washington is offering incentives to public entities to meet mandated Clean Building Performance Standards.

Painted Hills developer sorts out conditions of project approval

Decision can still be appealed, conditions pose another challenge to move forward

March 28, 2024

Erica Bullock

Despite receiving the city of Spokane Valley's consent to develop the former Painted Hills Golf Course into a planned residential community, conditions of approval may continue to delay construction.

Garza appointed Port of Pend Oreille economic development director

Rising Star transitions from police officer to administrator

February 29, 2024

Karina Elias

Journal of Business 2023 Rising Star Jessica Garza has been appointed the economic development director for the Port of Pend Oreille, Washington.

Anesthesia provider shortage felt in Spokane

Legislation could ease provider gap in long run, some say

February 29, 2024

Dylan Harris

A nationwide shortage of anesthesia care providers is placing an additional strain on Providence's Inland Northwest hospitals.

City looks to raise awareness of tax credit

New Market program hasn't been used in Spokane since 2011

February 15, 2024

Dylan Harris

A city of Spokane event aims educate the community and spread awareness about the federal New Markets Tax Credit program.

Meet & Greet: Alicia Thompson Administrative Officer, Spokane Regional Health District

February 15, 2024

Karina Elias

Alicia Thompson, who began her career at Spokane Regional Health District over 20 years ago before leaving to pursue public health leadership, has returned to lead the organization.