Retail

On The Lookout for handmade quality

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March 28, 2019

The Lookout, a hand-crafted goods boutique, has opened its doors in a small space tucked in the top floor of the two-story, century-old former home on the edge of Spokane's Browne's Addition neighborhood.

On a fast track: Spokane attracts more national, regional sporting events

Spokane attracts growth in regional, national events; $64M impact projected

March 28, 2019

LeAnn Bjerken

This year already has been a big one for sporting events here in Spokane, and it's about to get bigger, says Eric Sawyer, CEO and president of the Spokane Sports Commission.

Mango Tree restaurant sprouts downtown

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March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

The Mango Tree Indian Kitchen & Tap House is slated to open by May in the 5,300-square-foot space occupied until recently by the Hills Restaurant & Lounge, at 401 W. Main, says Casey Garland, Mango Tree operations manager.

Spice & Tea Exchange brewing in Coeur d'Alene

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March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

The Spice & Tea Exchange, a franchise with headquarters in Palm Harbor, Fla., has opened at 2061 N. Main, in Coeur d'Alene's Riverstone neighborhood. Occupying 1,260 square feet, the shop includes a tea bar, serving hot and cold teas.

Essential Soap & Supply expands product line

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March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

Krista Sander opened Essential Soap & Supply LLC in November. Now, the soap shop owner and sole employee has reconstructed her soap line to include ingredients designed to be friendly to sensitive skin.

Fit Flavors meal-delivery service opens in Spokane

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March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

Longtime friends Judy Cash and Celeste Estrada have opened Fit Flavors LLP, a new service based in northwest Spokane that prepares and delivers fresh, made-from-scratch meals.

Protecting scores with TV Jockstrap

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March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

Spokane's Richard Pisani has created a fabric garment of sorts to block sports ticker scores for his wife, Theresa, who complained about game-score spoilers.

The Y now: Acquisitions boost revenues at the YMCA

New fitness club still envisioned on South Hill

March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest's annual budget has crested $20 million this year, thanks in large part to the addition of new facilities on Spokane's South Hill and in Sandpoint.

Visit Spokane's CEO Meg Winchester: Selling the future

New leader hopes to tell region's story to outsiders

March 14, 2019

Alla Drokina

Meg Winchester has joined Visit Spokane, the region's convention and visitor bureau, on a high note. As the organization's new president and CEO, her job will be to carry that tune into the following years.

Improvements planned at Chateau Rive

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February 28, 2019

Alla Drokina

Glover Mansion Events LLC, operator of Chateau Rive at the Flour Mill, has purchased Bozzi Media's interest in the venue. The transaction gives Glover Mansion Events, owned by Bob Adolfson, full control of the venue.