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Widmyer Corp.'s Spokane portfolio expands

Increased revenue, growth opportunities follow acquisition
January 15, 2026
Ethan Pack

Since acquiring Spokane-based Kiemle Hagood’s multifamily division in April, Coeur d’Alene-based Widmyer Corp. has expanded its portfolio of managed affordable and subsidized housing in the Spokane region.



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$5.7M True Hope Church expansion begins

Project expected to finish in early 2027
January 15, 2026
Ethan Pack

Capacity challenges at True Hope Church have prompted a $5.7 million expansion and partial renovation project to add 19,000 square feet of assembly and worship space to the organization's building at 1316 N. Lincoln, in Spokane.




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Orchard Crest prepares for surge

Retirement community evolves with new amenities, services for residents
January 2, 2026
Ethan Pack

Spokane Valley-based Orchard Crest LLC, which operates as Orchard Crest Retirement Community, is preparing for a flood of baby boomer retirees by offering multiple levels of care and new amenities.



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2026 legislative outlook: Regional priorities face tough session ahead

Potential for an 'all-cuts budget' limits options for city of Spokane, GSI
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

Washington state legislative agendas for the city of Spokane and Greater Spokane Incorporated indicate that their priorities for the 2026 legislative session will focus on clarifying taxes, reducing costs for residents, and improving infrastructure and housing affordability, but lobbying efforts from the two entities face an added challenge due to a tight state budget.



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State's VA department buys land for new veterans home

41.5-acre property located west of Dwight Merkel Sports Complex
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs has recently completed the purchase of 41.5 acres of land in northwest Spokane that will provide space to develop a new veterans home.




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36-unit complex proposed near Northpointe Plaza

Conditional use permit required before construction can begin
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

A proposed 36-unit apartment complex just north of Spokane city limits, meant to fill a middle housing role, is under consideration for a conditional use permit.


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Spokane races towards $110M in sports-driven economic impact

Projected attendance boom could surpass pre-COVID levels
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

Spokane County stands to reap the rewards of a robust sports season in 2026 with an estimated $110 million combined economic impact from major athletic events and professional teams in the area.



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North Idaho poised for jobs, population uptick in the new year

Housing affordability issues may challenge economic growth in the region
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

Economic growth is projected in North Idaho in 2026 due to a diversified economy and rapid job expansion, however the the availability of attainable housing in the region is expected to pose challenges, some economic development officials say.




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Construction activity to stabilize in the year ahead

Public project valuations expected to rise due to school, park developments
December 18, 2025
Ethan Pack

Construction activity in Spokane County is expected to remain steady in 2026 while the industry faces uncertainty around interest rates, tariffs, and workforce shortages, industry experts say.



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105-year-old rug retailer changes hands

New owner of Kirishian Imports drawn to niche product, high profit margins
December 4, 2025
Ethan Pack

When Beau Burdett visited the Inland Northwest in June to check out Kirishian Imports, a Spokane-based rug retailer and cleaner he was considering purchasing, what he found scared him — in a good way.



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