Retail

Bistro opens in historic Browne's Addition home

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February 28, 2019

Browne's Boomtown Bistro LLC, a new breakfast and lunch nook, is now open in a converted Browne's Addition Victorian-style home that was built in 1901. Browne's Boomtown Bistro owner Terri Adolfson says her husband, Jim Adolfson, is one of three

Virtual reality arcade planned in Spokane's University District

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February 28, 2019

Alla Drokina

A new gaming venue, Immerse VRcade LLC, is slated to open in early April at 1217 N. Hamilton, in Spokane's University District. Owner Pamela Glen says she decided to open up a virtual reality arcade that non-gamers-like herself-and experienced game

High Tide to roll into downtown Spokane

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February 28, 2019

Alla Drokina

High Tide LLC, a new lobster bar, is expected to bring an East Coast vibe to Spokane by the end of February, says Chad White, chef and owner of the restaurant planned for the second floor of the Numerica Building, at 502 W. Riverside.

Maverik builds its fifth store in Spokane area

C-store, fueling outlet under construction at Ruby, Montgomery

February 28, 2019

Natasha Nellis

Construction of a $2.9 million Maverik Inc. gas station and convenience store is underway at 28 E. Montgomery, in Spokane. Located on 1.6 acres of land, the new gas station will have 12 fueling stations, all of which will offer both unleaded and diesel

Banner Bank plans new retail plaza in Spokane Valley

Company is demolishing four buildings to make way for new project

February 28, 2019

Natasha Nellis

Walla Walla, Wash.-based Banner Bank plans to demolish four structures and build a new branch this year on 4.3 acres of land it owns at the northeast corner of Argonne Road and Sprague Avenue, in Spokane Valley.

Icons Harlan Douglass: Constructing a path to success

In 60-plus years of developing, Douglass built massive portfolio

February 28, 2019

Mike McLean

Spokane real estate magnate Harlan Douglass has been letting up on the reins a bit over the last five years, but he hasn't exactly gotten off the horse. 'I show up here all the time,â€ he says from a conference room at the Douglass Properties

Icons Larry Stanley: Beyond an empire of bolts and screws

Work ethic developed during Great Depression paid dividends

February 28, 2019

Natasha Nellis

Honesty and going the extra mile are at the heart of everything he does, says Larry Stanley, founder of Spokane-based Empire Bolt & Screw Inc. Stanley, who started the wholesale hardware company in 1972 says he discovered the value of a good work ethic

Delicious developments in Spokane's doughnut scene

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February 28, 2019

Alla Drokina

At the altar of our taste buds, it's justifiable to sacrifice self-control. In the midst of a doughnut shop, for many, moderation becomes an enemy to be spurned at all costs, like an ex one wants to avoid. Eyeing an array of glucose coated circular

Steamed bun eatery planned in Spokane's University District

Restaurants & Retail

February 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

New steamed bun and breakfast restaurant Tasty Bun is set to open in early March, at 829 E. Boone, in Spokane's University District, says chef and owner Jeff Skaife. With a seating capacity of 16, Tasty Bun will occupy 800 square feet of usable space

Blissful Whisk pastry shop to open this spring

Restaurants & Retail

February 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

With a teaching kitchen and rustic country space for customers to enjoy high tea, Blissful Whisk LLC bakery will have the kind of cozy atmosphere baker and owner Tiffany Cable says her kids had in the kitchen growing up.