North Idaho

Fatbeam inks contract with Yakima Internet service provider

Noel Communications to lease fiber optics

January 15, 2015

Fatbeam LLC, a fiber-optic broadband provider based in Coeur d'Alene, has entered into a 10-year agreement to lease to Yakima-based Noel Communications Inc. more than 60 miles of fiber-optic network in the Yakima area, says Greg Green, Fatbeam company p

Cd'A approves building permits for $20 million tower

Downtown project to have 60 living units

December 18, 2014

Mike McLean

The city of Coeur d'Alene has issued building permits to an Aspen, Colo.-based real estate development concern that give it the go-ahead to construct a $20 million, 15-story high-rise. The development company, One Lakeside LLC, which owns the 20,000-sq

Kootenai County expects steady, slower growth

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December 18, 2014

Mike McLean

Look for economic growth to continue in Kootenai County, although at a slower overall pace than in the last two or three years, sources there say.

Putting business, mission in balance

Nonprofit North Idaho care system sees strong growth

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Coeur d'Alene-based Heritage Health, formerly Dirne Community Health Center, has seen a threefold increase in annual patient visits since its CEO Mike Baker came on board in 2009.

Sandpoint entrepreneur starts website for adventure junkies

Rush-On provides online access to adventure deals

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Rush-On LLC, of Sandpoint, has launched an online clearinghouse for adventure junkies-or anyone desiring to experience bucket list-worthy activities, says entrepreneur Devin Dufenhorst, Rush-On's CEO. Located in the Sandpoint Center at 414 Church Str

North Idaho College plans $15 million tech-education facility

Architects West to design large Rathdrum building

November 20, 2014

Mike McLean

North Idaho College has selected Coeur d'Alene-based design firm Architects West Inc. to lead the design team for a planned $15 million Career Technical Education Facility that will nearly double the school's enrollment capacity in seven programs, say

Tax incentives in Idaho could lure more Washington companies

Companies that create jobs, higher wages to receive credits

November 20, 2014

Katie Ross

With its new tax breaks and Spokane Valley-based aerospace parts manufacturer Advanced Thermoplastic Composites Inc. relocating there next year, Idaho appears to be poised to draw more businesses away from the Spokane area. ATC, which is located at 1031

Two-building retail centers planned in east Post Falls

Complex near Walmart to have up to 14 tenants

November 20, 2014

Mike McLean

A Spokane real estate investment group is developing a two-building retail center in east Post Falls, says Paul Bielec a member of the investment group, Mullan North LLC.

Inland Northwest ski slopes await nature's course

Some resorts touting big project plans

November 20, 2014

Mike McLean

Inland Northwest ski resorts have prepared their slopes so they can open as much terrain as the earliest snowstorms allow. Now they're hoping Mother Nature cooperates. Also, at least three Inland Northwest ski resorts are planning sizable projects or ex

Kootenai County to move public defender's offices

Leased building said more secure than current space

November 20, 2014

Mike McLean

Kootenai County has leased a stand-alone building in northwest Coeur d'Alene, where it plans to move its public defender's office, giving it larger space and better security, says Dan Green, Kootenai County commissioner.