Washington state legislators should make a priority of repealing the WA Cares Act during the current Legislative session. Short of abolishment, legislators should put the long-term care program on a statewide ballot and let voters determine its fate.

In the face of financial strain in the industry exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, three leaders in Spokane's health care and biosciences industries say they've found emphasizing connection is vital for keeping employees motivated, delivering

Spokane based-Tahoe Network Infrastructure LLC, a fiber optic investment company focused on providing broadband internet service to underserved communities, has acquired E-Vergent, a Wisconsin regional fiber and fixed wireless provider, for $11.2 million.

American Manufacturing Solutions LLC, of Spokane, has leased 50,000 square feet of industrial space in a multitenant building in Spokane Valley, where the company plans to move from smaller quarters in Spokane, says Luke Ankenman, partner and general