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Journal of Business announces Rising Stars for 2019

Young professionals to be recognized during Sept. 12 presentation

August 15, 2019

The Journal of Business has selected 10 Spokane-area young professionals to be honored as the 2019 Rising Stars. This year's slate of honorees includes five women and five men.

U District receives federal brownfield sites grant

Dozen properties slated for evaluations soon

August 15, 2019

Virginia Thomas

The University District is poised to begin evaluation of potential revitalization efforts at 12 properties with a $600,000 grant the neighborhood recently received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Avista plans $15 million new substation

Company to replace some 1950s-era equipment

August 15, 2019

Natasha Nellis

Spokane-based utility provider Avista Corp. is planning a nearly $15 million substation relocation and upgrade at its Sunset site as part of its ongoing investment in infrastructure, says Josh DeLuciano, director of engineering.

Around Town

Real Estate Transactions and Other Business Moves in the Inland Northwest

August 15, 2019

Staff Report

Mallon Properties Holding LLC has purchased the 2,170-square-foot office building at 1328 W. Mallon as an investment. The property was previously the home of a law office. Mike Favret, of Goodale & Barbieri Company, handled the transaction. The Outpo

Insurance association looks to expand its reach in INW

NAIFA to begin offering classes in Spokane area next month, reps say

August 15, 2019

Sandra Hosking

The Eastern Washington regional chapter of the National Association of Insurance Financial Advisors is seeking to increase membership and plans to offer continuing education courses beginning this fall.

Production Academy celebrates class graduation

Students raise money for EV High School, receive scholarships for college

August 15, 2019

Natasha Nellis

The Production & Manufacturing Academy graduated its inaugural class of 20 high school students this month. The academy, which started in July, is an intensive training program for students across Spokane and Kootenai counties to gain first-hand

Spokane-area printers adapt to changing times with new presses

Despite shifts, demand remains in niche markets

August 15, 2019

Sandra Hosking

As demand increases for digital communication and advertising as well as online printing services, two companies here say there's still a need for commercially printed materials as well.

Tamarack Aerospace receives financing, resumes sales

Aerospace company's plan receives court approval

August 15, 2019

Natasha Nellis

Sandpoint, Idaho-based Tamarack Aerospace Group has taken its latest step in its reorganization following the filing of Chapter 11 bankruptcy in mid-June, with the authorization by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court to accept $1.95 million in

Middle market companies are bullish

Despite trade, automation fears, most plan for growth

August 15, 2019

Virginia Thomas

While companies are grappling with the effects of the current U.S.-China trade disputes-and many are concerned about automation and its effect on the workforce-most companies are feeling optimistic about the future, according to Umpqua Bank's

Spokane County diversifies investments

Treasurer's office invests in corporate securities under Baumgartner

August 15, 2019

Natasha Nellis

The Spokane County Treasurer's Office is shaking up its investment portfolio with its first foray into corporate and international bonds in a strategic move to diversify the Spokane Public Investment Pool.