Retail

Cozza Optical to close its doors

Restaurants & Retail

September 10, 2020

â€¢After 24 years in business, Sam and Barbara Cozza, say they're closing the doors to Cozza Optical following a liquidation of inventory and equipment. Founded in 1996, Cozza Optical has won the Washington Family Business of the Year and was a

Hang 10 Hawaiian BBQ opens on South Hill

Restaurants & Retail

September 10, 2020

Kevin Blocker

â€¢Restaurateur Matt Goodwin and a staff of about 10 employees will open Hang 10 Hawaiian BBQ, at 909 S. Grand this week in space that adjoins The Press cocktail lounge, which he also owns.

Roundhill Barbershop opens in downtown Spokane

Restaurants & Retail

September 10, 2020

Kevin Blocker

A few years ago, at the ripe-old age of 21, Madalyne Roundhill realized she may be an old soul trapped in Generation Z body. At least when it comes to the barbershop and salon experience.

Longtime colleagues form Navigator Consulting

New company plans to cater to independent, small-chain businesses

September 10, 2020

Virginia Thomas

Two Spokanites with extensive experience in food service and entertainment have launched Navigator Consulting LLC, a consulting company with an emphasis on guest experience for independent and small chain businesses.

Sea change: etailz changes its name to Kaspien

E-commerce company rebrands

September 10, 2020

Kevin Blocker

What was a proposal from its marketing department last year has now come to fruition. The Spokane Valley-based e-commerce company has a new name. Kaspien unveiled its rebranding on its website last week.

Longtime South Hill hardware store changes hands

Milller's to keep name following acquisition

September 10, 2020

Kevin Blocker

Following a five-month closure, Miller's Hardware on the South Hill has quickly sprung back to life. New owner Stace Heston acquired the business on Aug. 3 and opened it the following day.

Retail health care expands in Spokane

Virtual care services also see exponential growth

September 10, 2020

Natasha Nellis

Retail health care is a growing trend in the Spokane region, with at least 16 care clinics dedicated to providing consumer-driven care to patients popping up all over the county over the past few years.

2020 Rising Stars: The Great PNW's Joel Barbour

Passion for PNW drives apparel company founder

September 10, 2020

Virginia Thomas

Joel Barbour, owner and creative director of The Great PNW Inc., spent his youth in Spokane skateboarding, riding dirt bikes, and surrounded by art. Combining those interests with his love for the Pacific Northwest led Barbour to create

Marina Cantina opens in Coeur d'Alene

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August 27, 2020

Kevin Blocker

Hagadone Marine Group and The Coeur d' Alene Resort have announced the opening of The Marina Cantina at The Boardwalk Marina, south of the Coeur d'Alene resort and next to the resort's boat rentals.

Dahls start Alpha-LIT Spokane/Cd'A

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August 27, 2020

Kevin Blocker

From her full-time home in Detroit, Spokane native Hannah Dahl has assembled a team here to launch her business, Alpha-LIT Spokane/CDA. Dahl's event-centered business rents out approximately four-foot-high lettering adorned with lights for special oc