https://www.spokanejournal.com/rss en-us A March 2027 opening is now slated for a new five-story senior living community, dubbed Vineyard Park North Spokane, at 7609 N. Division, bringing 128 new units to Spokane's North Side. A March 2027 opening is now slated for a new five-story senior living community, dubbed Vineyard Park North Spokane, at 7609 N. Division, bringing 128 new units to Spokane's North Side.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18727 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18727-fourth-vineyard-park-community-in-works-here Vineyard-(9)_web.jpg karinae@spokanejournal.com Riverview Retirement Community has earned accreditation for its RiverCare home health division, expanding services to meet a surge in seniors who are choosing to age in place rather than move to a facility. Riverview Retirement Community has earned accreditation for its RiverCare home health division, expanding services to meet a surge in seniors who are choosing to age in place rather than move to a facility.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18722 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18722-riverview-wants-to-care-for-all-seniors-in-spokane Riverview-(4)_web.jpg For many business owners, owning the property where they conduct business provides operational stability for the business and financial diversification and tax benefits for the owner. When it comes time to sell the business, a prospective buyer may want to purchase that real estate along with the business itself. For many business owners, owning the property where they conduct business provides operational stability for the business and financial diversification and tax benefits for the owner. When it comes time to sell the business, a prospective buyer may want to purchase that real estate along with the business itself.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18709 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18709-selling-your-business-without-selling-your-building Simon_Thain_li_web.jpg A coordinated relationship between a CPA and a qualified insurance and financial adviser can become extremely valuable. The CPA helps the client build and grow the business. The adviser helps the client protect income, continuity, and the retirement strategy that business is supposed to support. A coordinated relationship between a CPA and a qualified insurance and financial adviser can become extremely valuable. The CPA helps the client build and grow the business. The adviser helps the client protect income, continuity, and the retirement strategy that business is supposed to support.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18707 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18707-what-happens-when-a-company-owner-cant-work Radwick-updated-mug_web.jpg Across our region, businesses are changing hands. While 350,000 U.S. baby boomers attempt to sell their businesses annually, the Inland Northwest alone holds a pool of 49,000 baby boomer-owned businesses facing transition. However, local and national success rates hover between 20% and 30%. When viable businesses simply close, long-time community legacies can disappear with them. Across our region, businesses are changing hands. While 350,000 U.S. baby boomers attempt to sell their businesses annually, the Inland Northwest alone holds a pool of 49,000 baby boomer-owned businesses facing transition. However, local and national success rates hover between 20% and 30%. When viable businesses simply close, long-time community legacies can disappear with them.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18706 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18706-who-will-own-the-business-next Portrait_Kris-Fuehr_web.jpg Most people picture Medicare as roughly the same deal for everyone. You turn 65, you sign up, and the premiums come out of your Social Security check. For a lot of retirees that is exactly how it works. But above a certain income, Medicare quietly adds a surcharge on top of your Part B and Part D premiums. Most people picture Medicare as roughly the same deal for everyone. You turn 65, you sign up, and the premiums come out of your Social Security check. For a lot of retirees that is exactly how it works. But above a certain income, Medicare quietly adds a surcharge on top of your Part B and Part D premiums.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18705 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18705-the-medicare-surcharge-nobody-sees-coming Cropped-Noah's-headshot_web#2.jpg ericab@spokanejournal.com Kristopher Pockell is a software engineering manager at Liberty Lake-based OpenEye by day and the co-founder of Spokane Valley-based Elixir Sauce Co. by night. Kristopher Pockell is a software engineering manager at Liberty Lake-based OpenEye by day and the co-founder of Spokane Valley-based Elixir Sauce Co. by night.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18665 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18665-2026-rising-stars-kristopher-pockell Pockell-(32)_web.jpg The Journal of Business is proud to present the 2026 class of Rising Stars, recognizing 10 individuals as emerging leaders in their respective industries. The Journal of Business is proud to present the 2026 class of Rising Stars, recognizing 10 individuals as emerging leaders in their respective industries.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18690 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18690-2026-rising-stars-introduction RisingStars_2026Logo_web.jpg dylanh@spokanejournal.com 2026 has been a year of building for architect Tyler Kavanaugh, who has been promoted to associate at Spokane-based ALSC Architects PS and named president of the American Institute of Architects Spokane chapter for 2027. 2026 has been a year of building for architect Tyler Kavanaugh, who has been promoted to associate at Spokane-based ALSC Architects PS and named president of the American Institute of Architects Spokane chapter for 2027.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18683 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18683-2026-rising-stars-tyler-kavanaugh Kavanaugh-(78)_web.jpg karinae@spokanejournal.com Rose Honey is an educator, linguaphile, visual artist, and designer who teaches studio art and graphic design at West Valley High School. Rose Honey is an educator, linguaphile, visual artist, and designer who teaches studio art and graphic design at West Valley High School.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18675 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18675-2026-rising-stars-rose-honey Honey-(2)_web.jpg karinae@spokanejournal.com Peter Mahoney, a member of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, is the wellness services director for Plummer, Idaho-based Marimn Health, where his department manages two facilities: the Marimn Health Wellness Center and the Marimn Health Coeur Center. Peter Mahoney, a member of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, is the wellness services director for Plummer, Idaho-based Marimn Health, where his department manages two facilities: the Marimn Health Wellness Center and the Marimn Health Coeur Center.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18672 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18672-2026-rising-stars-peter-mahoney Mahoney-(22)_web.jpg Devin Mecham, 39, is the vice president and commercial sales manager at Spokane-based NAI Black, a role he was promoted to in 2021. Devin Mecham, 39, is the vice president and commercial sales manager at Spokane-based NAI Black, a role he was promoted to in 2021.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18669 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18669-2026-rising-stars-devin-mecham Mecham-(4)_web.jpg Attorney Hannah Kimball joined Coeur d’Alene-based Malek + Malek in May, where she helps rural hospitals, healthcare nonprofits, and other health system clients manage their legal obligations. Attorney Hannah Kimball joined Coeur d’Alene-based Malek + Malek in May, where she helps rural hospitals, healthcare nonprofits, and other health system clients manage their legal obligations.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18666 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18666-2026-rising-stars-hannah-kimball Kimball-(36)_web.jpg After growing Spokane-based Ginger Co. Interiors LLC, which does business as Ginger Designs, from a small startup into an established interior design firm, Summerlyn Feckner, 30, expanded into co-ownership of Spokane Valley-based Coyote Creek Cabinets, bridging the gap between design and physical craftsmanship. After growing Spokane-based Ginger Co. Interiors LLC, which does business as Ginger Designs, from a small startup into an established interior design firm, Summerlyn Feckner, 30, expanded into co-ownership of Spokane Valley-based Coyote Creek Cabinets, bridging the gap between design and physical craftsmanship.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18663 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18663-2026-rising-stars-summerlyn-feckner Feckner-(17)_web.jpg As CEO of CDL PowerSuite LLC, Andrew Hite sets the pace for the Spokane Valley-based company by defining business goals, establishing initiatives, and creating a supportive team environment. As CEO of CDL PowerSuite LLC, Andrew Hite sets the pace for the Spokane Valley-based company by defining business goals, establishing initiatives, and creating a supportive team environment.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18662 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18662-2026-rising-stars-andrew-hite Hite-(35)_web.jpg virginiat@spokanejournal.com Victoria Zsa Zsa Seebeck is balancing one career as a retail entrepreneur and another as a construction project manager. Victoria Zsa Zsa Seebeck is balancing one career as a retail entrepreneur and another as a construction project manager.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18644 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18644-2026-rising-stars-victoria-zsa-zsa-seebeck Seebeck-(27)_web.jpg virginiat@spokanejournal.com 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. 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.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18641 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18641-2026-rising-stars-corinna-obrien-kelsey Kelsey-(20)_web.jpg http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18638 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18638-adams-elementary-school-project-update karinae@spokanejournal.com Residents in Post Falls will soon be able to purchase D. Lish’s Burgers without needing to cross the Washington-Idaho state border as the popular Spokane counter service restaurant plans a second location at the Prairie Crossing Shopping Center. Residents in Post Falls will soon be able to purchase D. Lish’s Burgers without needing to cross the Washington-Idaho state border as the popular Spokane counter service restaurant plans a second location at the Prairie Crossing Shopping Center. 

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18631 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18631-d-lishs-burgers-plans-second-location-in-post-falls PrairieCrossingMap_web.jpg Spokane Transit Authority’s board of directors has approved an $8.3 million capital budget for an upcoming STA Plaza renovation, at 701 W. Riverside, that will update the downtown facility's second floor for employees and community members. Spokane Transit Authority’s board of directors has approved an $8.3 million capital budget for an upcoming STA Plaza renovation, at 701 W. Riverside, that will update the downtown facility's second floor for employees and community members.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18629 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18629-budget-approved-for-sta-plaza-renovations Rapex-Betty_PullQuote_web.jpg karinae@spokanejournal.com Spokane-based A & A Construction & Development Inc. is planning to build an additional 108 apartment units at 47 South Apartments, a residential development near the Garden Springs Road exit off of Interstate 90. Spokane-based A & A Construction & Development Inc. is planning to build an additional 108 apartment units at 47 South Apartments, a residential development near the Garden Springs Road exit off of Interstate 90.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18628 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18628-a-and-a-to-build-108-residential-units-at-garden-springs-road 47South_Map_web.jpg Spokane-based Athlete Real Estate Capital LLC is partnering with a growing number of professional athletes to invest in Spokane’s multifamily real estate market and help the players grow long-term wealth. Spokane-based Athlete Real Estate Capital LLC is partnering with a growing number of professional athletes to invest in Spokane’s multifamily real estate market and help the players grow long-term wealth.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18626 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18626-new-real-estate-firm-focuses-on-athletes Athlete-(3)_web.jpg karinae@spokanejournal.com Liberty Lake-based development company Greenstone Corp. is getting ready to begin building the first wave of multifamily housing at the Mead Works development in north Spokane County. Liberty Lake-based development company Greenstone Corp. is getting ready to begin building the first wave of multifamily housing at the Mead Works development in north Spokane County.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18625 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18625-mead-works-enters-multifamily-phase-with-80-apartments Mead12_web.jpg http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18619 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18619-around-town-aug-27 Around Town.jpeg The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and local crews are continuing to work through properties destroyed by the Spokane Complex Fires, removing potentially dangerous household chemicals, lithium-ion batteries, and other hazardous materials before further cleanup can move forward. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and local crews are continuing to work through properties destroyed by the Spokane Complex Fires, removing potentially dangerous household chemicals, lithium-ion batteries, and other hazardous materials before further cleanup can move forward.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18606 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18606-epa-initiates-hazardous-material-removal Cleanup16_web.jpg Habitat for Humanity-Spokane has a new $8 million, 25-unit affordable housing development underway at 228 S. Carnahan Road in Spokane Valley. Habitat for Humanity-Spokane has a new $8 million, 25-unit affordable housing development underway at 228 S. Carnahan Road in Spokane Valley.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18603 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18603-new-habitat-for-humanity-development-kicks-off Habitat-(2)_web.jpg A new mortgage lender formed by Coeur d’Alene-based Lakeside Cos. and Plano, Texas-based Benchmark Mortgage will target new construction homebuyers in the Inland Northwest. A new mortgage lender formed by Coeur d’Alene-based Lakeside Cos. and Plano, Texas-based Benchmark Mortgage will target new construction homebuyers in the Inland Northwest. 

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18602 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18602-loan-peak-services-new-home-construction Melaine_PullQuote_web.jpg An Inland Northwest staffing agency has deployed dozens of workers to help with wildfire recovery efforts, as the recent Spokane Complex Fires have driven up demand for demolition and cleanup laborers. An Inland Northwest staffing agency has deployed dozens of workers to help with wildfire recovery efforts, as the recent Spokane Complex Fires have driven up demand for demolition and cleanup laborers.

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18601 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18601-temp-agency-provides-disaster-workforce-relief Fire2_web.jpg Spokane’s tight real estate market is about to get even tighter. After years of underbuilding, the Spokane area fires destroyed 719 homes, a record for fire damage in Washington state. Spokane’s tight real estate market is about to get even tighter. After years of underbuilding, the Spokane area fires destroyed 719 homes, a record for fire damage in Washington state. 

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18598 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18598-expectations-in-real-estate-after-the-wildfires Lee-McIntyre-2025-Headshot_web.jpg The apartment vacancy rate is above 8% in the Spokane area, but this percentage doesn't capture the actual experience of many multifamily property owners. In reality, the market is split here: some buildings are completely full, while others are struggling with higher vacancy. The apartment vacancy rate is above 8% in the Spokane area, but this percentage doesn't capture the actual experience of many multifamily property owners. In reality, the market is split here: some buildings are completely full, while others are struggling with higher vacancy. 

]]> http://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18557 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:00:00 -0400 https://www.spokanejournal.com/articles/18557-is-spokanes-apartment-market-overbuilt Eric-Peterson_web.jpg