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Take strategic approach to philanthropic endeavors

Research is key step upon deciding focus of giving

October 26, 2017

Giving back not only feels good, but it can also be good business. Many companies and business leaders see charitable giving as a benchmark of success when they have the resources to give back to the community. Natural disasters and tragedies have been

Shelly O'Quinn hopes to increase foundation's visibility

INWCF manages funds valued at over $113M

October 26, 2017

In taking over as CEO of the Spokane-based Inland Northwest Community Foundation, Shelly O'Quinn says she quickly realized she was going to work for an organization that wasn't yet a household name among the communities it serves. O'Quinn had been

Reform buzz builds uncertainty among Spokane-area tax pros

Some deductions, credits go away prior to changes

October 26, 2017

LeAnn Bjerken

Some Spokane-area tax preparers say President Trump's recently announced plan for tax reform has shifted their focus toward possible major changes coming in 2018, rather than the comparatively few changes in the tax code for this year. 'In my opinion

Ronald McDonald House Charities: Big events, big returns

High-profile fundraisers bring in more donations

October 26, 2017

Cindy Hval

For 30 years, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Inland Northwest has provided temporary lodging, comfort, and support for families with children accessing medical care. That help would not be possible without the financial contributions of businesse

Deer Park breast cancer survivor spotlighted in national campaign

Kaps cites exercise as key to remaining cancer free

October 12, 2017

Jackie Kaps believes in running from problems. Well, at least when the problem is breast cancer. 'I work, and I train, because if I stop, then cancer wins,â€ says the 55-year-old Deer Park woman who has been cancer free for three years. For her effor

A bump in bariatric surgeries

More women than men undergo weight-loss procedures, physician says

October 12, 2017

LeAnn Bjerken

Nearly six years ago, Melani Schorr, a 44-year-old radiology information systems administrator at Deaconess Hospital, in Spokane, had gastric bypass surgery, a decision she says has changed her life. 'I'd been overweight my whole life-diets, exerci

Providence makes app for expecting, new mothers

Features to be expanded, include more pediatric info

October 12, 2017

Spokane-based Providence Health Care has unveiled a smartphone application to assist expectant and new mothers both during and following their pregnancies. Kim Jorgensen, the director of women's and children's services at Sacred Heart Children's Ho

Veteran criminal defense attorney opens own office

Kidd focuses on DUI cases, looks to expand

September 28, 2017

LeAnn Bjerken

Of all the reasons to be in a courtroom, being there to defend a client is one of the best, contends J. Brendan Kidd, owner of Spokane-based criminal justice firm, Kidd Defense PLLC. 'My job is to fight, and I see that as a great position to be in,â€

Young Kairos Law works to help small businesses

Lam takes consultancy approach to law practice

September 28, 2017

Spokane attorney Christal Lam says she's attempting to take her practice in a different direction than what tends to be the norm for private practitioners just starting out in the realm of business law. Lam, a 28-year-old graduate of Gonzaga University

Clear social media policies are a must

Proactive steps can help deter lawsuits, other issues

September 28, 2017

Kimberly A. Houser

As more and more people get their media online and on their mobile devices, the need for businesses to communicate with and market to key audiences on social media channels also is increasing. However, overlapping state and federal laws, along with tort