ePublishing Magazine https://www.spokanejournal.com/rss/articles Numerica Credit Union reached a new milestone earlier this year, funding $114.8 million in loans in March, the highest monthly total in the Spokane Valley-based institution's history.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:02:47 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18418-numerica-sets-new-monthly-lending-high http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18418 Construction is underway on the Ridgeline Center, a multitenant commercial development located at 19601 E. Appleway, in Liberty Lake.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18417-work-ongoing-on-liberty-lake-multitenant-project http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18417 Over 140 years since the Sunshine Mine opened in Kellogg, Idaho, Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Co. completed its U.S. initial public offering on June 4, raising $270 million. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18415-historic-sunshine-mine-debuts-on-nyse http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18415 For nearly three decades, Reindeer Express LLC, in Reardan, has brought the holiday spirit to communities across the Inland Northwest, transporting reindeer to Christmas celebrations, shopping centers, and community events throughout Washington, Idaho, and Montana.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18413-reindeer-express-llc-passes-reins-and-legacy http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18413 Jim DeWalt retired in May, concluding a 23-year run as president and CEO of Spokane-based Associated Industries.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18412-parting-thoughts-with-jim-dewalt-associated-industries-president-and-ceo http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18412 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18411-on-the-road-to-inspire-the-next-generation-of-builders http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18411 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18416-safe-and-healthy-task-force-momentum http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18416 The University District has spent the last several years laying the groundwork for the next phase of development to transform the district into a regional hub for innovation, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18410-catching-up-with-juliet-sinisterra-ceo-of-the-university-district-development-association http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18410 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18409-spokane-area-credit-unions http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18409 As of June 30, 2027, Washington state law will prohibit noncompetition covenants in most employment and independent contractor relationships.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18407-key-employee-ownership-as-a-means-to-enforceable-noncompetition-covenants http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18407 Several commercial projects on Sprague Avenue are creating a hotspot of construction activity on the thoroughfare. Collectively valued at $4.75 million, developments include projects for new office space, a restaurant, a liquor store, and a grocery store, according to permit information on file in the cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18406-multiple-projects-rise-along-sprague-avenue http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18406 Wagstaff Inc. is scaling its nuclear manufacturing capacity with the launch of a new 18,000-square-foot shipping facility, a move designed to clear the way for high-tech fabrication projects at its Spokane Valley campus. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18405-wagstaff-adds-shipping-hub-for-growth-push http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18405 Probate work is rapidly increasing at some Spokane-area estate planning law firms as attorneys begin to see the effects of the nation’s historic transfer of wealth from baby boomers to their heirs.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18404-probate-work-rises-as-transfer-of-wealth-begins http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18404 Spokane-based Vista Title & Escrow LLC has assumed the residential and commercial closing operations of Robert S. Delaney PLLC, also of Spokane, following the June 15 retirement of longtime attorney Bob Delaney.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18414-retiring-attorney-passes-torch-to-title-company http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18414 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18398-new-hires-and-promotions-june-18-2026 http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18398 Izzie Wayuono has transformed a viral food trend into a growing Spokane business with the opening of Izzie's K-Dogs in April.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18397-izzies-k-dogs-opens-location-in-spokane http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18397 Driven by a silver tsunami of retiring baby boomers, Spokane-based Stewardship Concepts Financial Services LLC has seen its assets under management surge from $78 million in 2024 to $200 million in April 2026, says Noah Schwab, co-owner and certified financial planner at Stewardship Concepts.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18396-silver-tsunami-means-influx-for-fiduciaries http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18396 For many small business owners, the pursuit of the perfect marketing metric has become a double-edged sword. Often, small businesses only focus on attribution, and it’s ruining their marketing efforts. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18395-the-attribution-trap-why-your-marketing-metrics-are-stunting-growth http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18395 Rising regulatory requirements, escalating operating costs and new state housing laws are creating financial pressures for landlords and property managers that ultimately affect tenants across the rental market.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18393-rental-industry-faces-mounting-pressures http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18393 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18392-business-calendar-june-18-july-1-2026 http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18392 Even as higher vehicle prices, insurance premiums, and borrowing costs continue to squeeze household budgets, Spokane-area lenders say auto loan activity is picking up this year as customers refinance existing loans, stretch payment terms, and hunt for more affordable vehicles. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18394-auto-loan-volumes-tick-upward-despite-increase-costs http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18394 Exporting from the Spokane area is an activity we don’t hear much about these days. One of the reasons lies in the demise of the International Trade Alliance, which for years promoted local businesses to go global. Another reason is that not much has changed in exports over the past 10 years, at least for Spokane.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18385-guest-analysis-local-exports-show-a-tale-of-two-states http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18385 A surge in artificial intelligence investment is reshaping the venture capital landscape, driving record valuations and deal sizes while creating new challenges for startups that aren't centered on AI technology.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18384-ai-frenzy-fuels-record-venture-capital-totals http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18384 Slow new job growth and high annual turnover characterize the current job market for attorneys in Spokane County, making for a resilient and stable environment, some industry experts here say.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18391-lawyer-hiring-here-high-despite-flat-growth http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18391 The 2026 Spokane Pride Parade & Festival drew tens of thousands of visitors to downtown Spokane and Riverfront Park this past weekend, creating a significant economic impact as attendees supported local hotels, restaurants, retailers and other businesses throughout the weekend.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18387-pride-expected-to-boost-downtown-economy http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18387 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18388-business-licenses-june-18-2026 http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18388 Soulful Soups & Sandwiches and Boulevard Coffee Co. LLC are now operating new locations at the Wonder Building, the historic bakery-turned-office building at 835 N. Post, on Spokane’s North Bank.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18370-sandwiches-coffee-counters-come-to-wonder-market http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18370 Spokane-based Responders Emergency Services Credit Union is expanding membership eligibility to 10 counties in southern Idaho following formal approval from the Idaho Department of Finance and the Washington state Department of Financial Institutions. 

]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:28:14 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18386-rescu-expands-membership-eligibility-across-southern-idaho http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18386 Since January, the Inland Northwest has seen several business acquisitions, suggesting that merger and acquisition activity may be on the rise.

]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18383-retiring-inw-owners-drive-business-transition-activity http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18383 Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners and SNAP Financial Access have named Chief Operating Officer Amber Johnson as the organizations’ next CEO.

]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18382-snap-announces-new-incoming-ceo http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18382