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Canadian airline eyes new service to, from Spokane

WestJet hopes to launch daily flights from Calgary

December 2, 2021

WestJet Airlines Ltd., a Canada based airline carrier, intends to launch daily flights to Spokane, according to a recent application submitted to the U.S. Department of Transportation. WestJet would use its regional brand, WestJet Link, according to the

Climate-conscious consumption, investment urged

Wealth adviser, scientist stand on common ground

December 2, 2021

Sarah Carlson and Jacquelyn Francis

When a private wealth planner and a climate scientist converse, you might think the conversation between the two women would devolve into a debate about money versus nature. With us-Sarah Carlson and Jackie Francis-that isn't the case.

D.A. Davidson promotes wealth management for all

In 2020, company saw 9% rise in net revenue

December 2, 2021

Karina Elias

Wealth management isn't just for the wealthy, says Michael Jackson, senior vice president and Spokane-Coeur d'Alene branch manager at D.A. Davidson & Co. Jackson says he encourages anybody interested in their financial future and well-being to

Pelvic health gains traction with wider population

Uptick in patient diversity is attributed to increase in educational outreach

December 2, 2021

Karina Elias

Physical therapy providers specializing in pelvic health issues have seen growth in patients seeking their help. While pelvic health traditionally has been viewed as a women's health issue, providers assert that pelvic health impacts men and children

Italy native to bring gelato to downtown core

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December 2, 2021

Virginia Thomas

A gelato shop is coming to Steam Plant Square in downtown Spokane this winter. Marco and Ashley Napolitano say they plan to open Tre Palline Gelato Napolitano in mid-January in the Steam Plant Square commercial complex. Marco has been in the gelato

Parting Thoughts with Community-Minded Enterprises' Lee Williams

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December 2, 2021

Karina Elias

Community-Minded Enterprises' CEO Lee Williams has announced she will be retiring from her position effective Dec. 10. Named CEO in 2018, Williams previously served as the organization's early learning initiative director.

MultiCare hopes to streamline operations with pharmacy

Meds to Beds program, prescription deliveries available for patients

December 2, 2021

Virginia Thomas

MultiCare Health System has added its own pharmacy at its clinic east of downtown Spokane in a move that it says will streamline medication services for patients. The MultiCare Rockwood Pharmacy opened Nov. 1 at 400 E. Fifth, in the same building as the

Many boomers expect to carry debt into retirement, observers say

Some advisers here urge debt-relief strategies for security, peace of mind

December 2, 2021

Erica Bullock

A large share-46%-of American consumers say they expect to retire in debt, according to a recent survey by MoneyMagnify, a subsidiary of Charlotte, North Carolina-based Lending Tree, and some financial advisers here say that expectation isn't

Oh negative! Dwindling blood supply worries INW health care providers

Prolonged shortages are a concern for providers heading into holidays

December 2, 2021

Erica Bullock

Health care facilities in Spokane and Kootenai counties are experiencing a low supply of blood products that threatens to compromise patient health, Inland Northwest providers say. Erin Baker, Spokane-based senior donor recruitment manager at Vitalant

Concerns about inflation are, well, inflated, advisers say

INW observers downplay effects on retirement investments

December 2, 2021

Virginia Thomas

As inflation becomes a growing concern for the U.S. economy, some wealth management advisers here say it shouldn't be a threat for most investors. In October, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said the consumer price index for all consumers increased