Retail

Former Les Schwab Tires store to be converted into retail strip

Remodel slated to be completed in August

May 20, 2021

The owner of the former Les Schwab Tire Center near downtown Spokane says he plans to convert the site into a modern retail center. Site plans on file with the city show the nearly 7,500-square-foot building at 101 W. Second will be renovated

Gas prices, uncertainties fuel concerns

While supply doesn't appear to be issue, prices rise with surging demand

May 20, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Rising fuel prices and the prospect of increased fuel taxes are concerning, could signal inflation, and will ultimately result in higher prices for consumer goods, some transportation industry leaders here say.

Versalia Pizza plans store in Liberty Lake

Restaurants & Retail

May 6, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Versalia Pizza, formerly Veraci Pizza, announced on its Facebook page that it plans to open its second brick-and-mortar store in Liberty Lake in the fall. 'We've been a part of the Liberty Lake Farmers Market since 2009, and we're thrilled

People's Waffle hopes to fill void in downtown Spokane

Restaurants & Retail

May 6, 2021

Kevin Blocker

It's been almost a decade since Alyssa and Bryan Agee returned to Spokane from Portland, Oregon. And it has taken that long for the couple to bring a feature here that they loved in the Rose City: an exquisite waffle house.

Denver developer eyes Liberty Lake electric-vehicle dealership

Work on new facility slated to begin in July

April 22, 2021

Natasha Nellis

A Denver-based developer is envisioning an electric car dealership in Liberty Lake, planning documents on file with the city of Liberty Lake show. The facility, which is tentatively named Mission Auto Dealership, is being developed

Starbucks plans new drive-thru, walk-up shop near Gonzaga

Lack of space at site prevents dining-in option

April 22, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Construction of a new Starbucks coffee shop at the southwest corner Indiana Avenue and Hamilton Street, just north of Gonzaga University, is expected to start late this month or early next month.

Ashley Homestore to open in Spokane Valley

Restaurants & Retail

April 22, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Ben Kandola, president of Ashley Homestore Spokane, says the furniture retailer will celebrate the grand opening of a new store on May 1. The new furniture and mattress retail outlet will be located at 13414 E. Sprague, in Spokane Valley.

Pint House Burgers & Brews debuts in Indian Trail area

Restaurants & Retail

April 22, 2021

Kevin Blocker

After repeated stops and starts in attempts to open in the face of COVID-19 challenges, restaurant owner Josh Blair is hopeful that his Pub House Burgers & Brews, at 3325 W. Indian Trail Road, is open for good.

Amazon plans delivery station in Airway Heights

New hub to employ hundreds, company says

April 15, 2021

Kevin Blocker

A month after scuttling plans to develop a North Spokane delivery station, Amazon.com Inc. is moving forward with a station in Airway Heights, the company announced this morning.

Business Interiors of Idaho opens first Spokane location

Restaurants & Retail

April 8, 2021

Kevin Blocker

Commercial office furniture company Business Interiors of Idaho has opened its first Spokane store at 408 W. Third downtown. The 35-year-old Boise, Idaho-based company debuted the store a month ago in a 1,000-square-foot showroom floor.