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LeAnn Bjerken

Reporter LeAnn Bjerken covers health care at the Journal of Business. A Minnesota native and cat lover, she enjoys beachside vacations and writing poetry. LeAnn has worked for the Journal since 2015.
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Kim York Dance Academy planned in Liberty Lake

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November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Kim York Dance Academy plans to open in the HUB Sports Center, at 19619 E. Cataldo, in Liberty Lake in January. Business owner Kim York, 47, is from Spokane originally and recently moved back to the area with plans to open a new studio.
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Rio Wellness opens in University District's Riverwalk building

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November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
A new health center called Rio Wellness has opened in the Riverwalk building at 1003 E. Trent. The business is owned by Spokane native Patti Gallagher, who says she has a passion for making self-care a priority in life.
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BeYoutiful opens store in River Park Square

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November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Jessica Veselka, the owner of BeYoutiful Bath Bombs & More, has opened a new shop on the second floor of the River Park Square shopping mall at 808 W. Main.
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Spokane Urology to move to Iron Bridge Office Campus

Practice plans to combine clinics at U District park
November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Representatives of Spokane Urology PS medical practice say the group plans to move both of its Spokane offices in January to newly remodeled space in the Iron Bridge Office Campus.
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—LeAnn Bjerken

Renovations planned for former produce building

Plans say construction to start in March 2019
November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Predevelopment plans on file with the City of Spokane show a $500,000 renovation is in store for the former Pacific Fruit & Produce warehouse building at 102 E. Main.
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—LeAnn Bjerken

KSPS develops new workforce development project

Initiative's video products spotlight in-demand jobs
November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Broadcasters with KSPS Public Television say they've helped create a new workforce development and education project called Career Explore Northwest that's designed to guide students and job seekers toward career opportunities in high-demand
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—LeAnn Bjerken

Christmas (shopping) comes early, Spokane retailers say

INW merchants report lots of pre-Thanksgiving activity, some optimism
November 21, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
With the holidays fast approaching, Spokane-area retailers here say they're preparing for another profitable sales season, with many hustling to create in-store experiences to rival the growing popularity of online shopping.
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Cole's Bakery expanding soon

Restaurants & Retail
November 8, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Cole's Bakery & Café plans to expand its store at 521 E. Holland into the newly vacated neighboring space previously occupied by Italian restaurant, Lasagna's-On-Ya. Cole's is a full-service restaurant that offers a breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu
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Cd'A cider maker plans new space

Restaurants & Retail
November 8, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Coeur d'Alene Cider Co. plans to open a cider house and bottle shop east of downtown Coeur d'Alene early next year. Owner Jill Morrison says she started the company last year and currently operates a production cidery at 3909 Schreiber Way
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Boxfit gym moves into Wellesley space

Restaurants & Retail
November 8, 2018
LeAnn Bjerken
Professional heavyweight boxer Chauncy Welliver has moved his fitness boxing gym, Hillyard Hammers Boxfit, to a new space at 126 E. Wellesley, across from the NorthTown Mall. Welliver co-owns the business with Jacob Ruffin, another former boxer
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