Virginia Thomas

Reporter Virginia Thomas has worked at the Journal since 2017 and covers the health care industry. As a reporter, she loves learning about Spokane's many growing industries. She enjoys traveling with her husband, snuggling with her cats, and cross stitching.

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Gas prices, uncertainties fuel concerns

While supply doesn't appear to be issue, prices rise with surging demand
May 20, 2021
Virginia Thomas
Rising fuel prices and the prospect of increased fuel taxes are concerning, could signal inflation, and will ultimately result in higher prices for consumer goods, some transportation industry leaders here say.
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Treatment marketing firm secures B Corp status

Company is third to earn designation for social, environmental policies
May 6, 2021
Virginia Thomas
Spokane-based marketing company Treatment LLC recently became the third company in Spokane to receive a B Corp certification. The certification, which is administered by Berwyn, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit B Lab, endorses a private company's
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2021 Business Icons: Judy Cole, of Avista Corp.

Fruits of Cole's labor remain apparent today
May 6, 2021
Virginia Thomas
Judy Cole says it's gratifying to see the fruits of her 35-year career at Avista Corp. continue to flourish. Cole, former senior director of business and public affairs at the Spokane-based power company, says she's watched as Avista's corporate
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Virtual events are here to stay, some say

Companies said to have wider reach, save money through online platforms
May 6, 2021
Virginia Thomas
Online meetings, seminars, and fundraisers will remain a part of the post-pandemic events landscape, planners and advertising executives here say. Josh Hotsenpiller, CEO at Post Falls-based virtual event platform Juno Live Inc., which does
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