Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center has announced a pause of its heart transplant program due to key vacancies within the program.

Nordstrom Inc. is planning to open a Nordstrom Rack store at Northpointe Plaza in fall 2026, according to a press release from the Seattle-based fashion retailer.

Total nonfarm employment in the Spokane-Spokane Valley Metropolitan Statistical Area dropped by 1,400 jobs from July to August, preliminary data from the Washington state Employment Security Department shows.

Washington state’s nonfarm employment decreased by 13,600 jobs in August, according to preliminary data from the Washington state Employment Security Department.

The Spokane Convention Center will be renamed to the Spokane Convention Center Presented by the Spokane Tribe of Indians, beginning Sept. 1.