Some colleges and universities in Eastern Washington are reinforcing their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in light of challenges to DEI policies and programs at higher education institutions in Idaho.

The Spokane-Coeur d'Alene aerospace tech hub has received $48 million in federal funding.

The Coeur d’Alene-based nonprofit originally known as Jobs Plus, which was formed in 1987 to help diversify the economy in Kootenai County, has become more selective in business recruitment and more involved in housing and labor issues in recent years.

Eats on Spokane Street LLC, a food truck and restaurant court, will be located at 106 N. Spokane, just north of Post Falls Brewing Co. and just south of Brew Bar PNW.

Kootenai County has a lot of economic opportunities ahead, although it faces challenges of a tight labor supply and a need for attainable housing.