For its latest episode of Elevating The Conversation, the Journal sat down with Fred Brown, a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Omniscia AI, to discuss Spokane's startup scene.

When Scale House Market opened in May 2025, the goal was to establish a year-round farmers' market and support 65 farm-based businesses. Eighteen months later, it has surpassed expectations, supporting between 150 and 175 small businesses spanning agricultural operators, food producers, bakers, makers, artisans, dairy farmers, cattle ranchers, among others.

Seattle-based general contractor Sellen Construction Co. Inc. is expanding into Spokane County with a new office in the University District.

When Spokane Comedy Club opened in 2016, co-owner Adam Norwest was cautioned that it might not work. Ten years later, it's one of the most requested venues by performers and has helped grow Spokane's comedy scene.  

Two Spokane restaurants are turning ghost stories into business opportunities by using haunted histories, themed dining experiences, and seasonal events to attract customers. 

Spokane-based CM Development & Construction LLC is planning an 11-unit townhome project on more than half an acre of land bordering the Ben Burr Trail near Spokane’s South Perry District.

For its latest episode of Elevating The Conversation, the Journal sat down with Lindsey Myhre, president and CEO of Liberty Lake-based STCU, to discuss the development of women in leadership.

An emergency repair project at Spokane's Northside Landfill is underway afterthe massive property sustained damage during the August wildfires.

Thirteen years ago, Vestis Manufacturing Inc. was a five-person operation producing and installing fabric awnings for homes and businesses within 100 miles of Spokane. Today, Vestis focuses on manufacturing aluminum canopies, louvered sunshades, and bolt-on balconies for commercial clients, shipping its products throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Several public amenity projects collectively valued at over $4 million are planned at or near Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane.