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Articles by Virginia Thomas

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2026 Rising Stars: Victoria Zsa Zsa Seebeck

Ranch hospitality helped shape sustainable boutique concept
September 10, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Victoria Zsa Zsa Seebeck is balancing one career as a retail entrepreneur and another as a construction project manager.


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2026 Rising Stars: Corinna O’Brien Kelsey

VP of advancement navigates diverse perspectives in her role
September 10, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Corinna O’Brien Kelsey is a born and raised Spokanite with ties to Gonzaga Preparatory School and Gonzaga University. A graduate of both institutions, the 38-year-old is now vice president of advancement at Gonzaga Preparatory School, which has a 2026 fall enrollment total of 825 students.


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Fairwood Retirement's evacuation plan put to test

North Spokane senior living community's nearly 300 residents safely exited area
September 1, 2026
Virginia Thomas

In the nearly 40 years since opening its doors, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living had never experienced a mass evacuation. That changed with the Spokane Complex Fires.


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Back to school: Rockwood grows university partnership

Whitworth affiliation offers opportunities for residents, students in North Spokane
August 1, 2026
Virginia Thomas

A partnership between Rockwood Retirement Communities and Whitworth University is flourishing, giving residents access to campus events, classes, and opportunities to take on mentorship roles.


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Catching up with: Spokane's Petunia & Loomis LLC

Increased visibility at its storefront helps oddities shop grow customer base
July 16, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Since opening in downtown Spokane in early 2022, Petunia & Loomis LLC has grown a loyal base of customers who appreciate the bizarre and unusual.


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Active aging: YMCA offers classes for older adults

Wellness programs provide physical, social, cognitive benefits for INW seniors
July 1, 2026
Virginia Thomas

From exercise routines and tips for staying active to opportunities for camaraderie, YMCA of the Inland Northwest offers a host of classes aimed at supporting older adults in the region.


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Vietnamese coffee bar opens in South Hill nail salon

Ca Phe Nguyen uses imported, housemade ingredients in drinks
February 26, 2026
Virginia Thomas

A new coffee bar has opened within an existing nail salon in Spokane's Moran Prairie neighborhood on the South Hill to offer sweet drinks and pampering in one location.



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Elixir Sauce Co. opens facility in Spokane Valley

Following expansion, hot sauce maker expects big production, revenue bump
February 26, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Hot sauce maker Elixir Sauce Co. has established a production facility in Spokane Valley and plans to ramp up production with the increase in space.


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Bluebird’s Cottage cafe opens in Spokane Valley

Coffee shop offers DIY flower bouquet bar, monthly themes
February 12, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Bluebird’s Cottage, a cafe offering a build-your-own bouquet bar, has opened in a converted home at 18 N. Bowdish, in Spokane Valley. 


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Spiceology Inc. expands space, brand partnerships

Rapid growth follows profitability milestone
February 12, 2026
Virginia Thomas

Spiceology Inc. CEO Darby McLean says the company’s main challenge these days is predicting and carefully controlling growth.


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