Journal of Business Staff

Transport Equipment acquired by Texas-based company

Spokane Valley dealership included in acquisition

February 28, 2025

Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment has acquired Transport Equipment Inc., a Missoula, Montana-based truck dealer with a location in Spokane Valley.

EWU names new provost

Lorenzo Smith will begin new role July 1

February 28, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Eastern Washington University has selected Lorenzo M. Smith as its next provost and vice president for academic affairs.

Lime relaunches e-bikes, e-scooters in Spokane

Over 2.7 million rides have been taken in Spokane since company first entered market

February 27, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Lime bikes and scooters are back on the streets of Spokane for the 2025 riding season.

Hemmingson named Journal's Business Leader of the Year

Lakeside Cos. CEO to be recognized at March 26 event

February 27, 2025

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The Journal of Business has named John J. Hemmingson as its 2025 Business Leader of the Year.

Inland Northwest AGC names 2025 board president

Stephanie Simpkins becomes first woman to hold position

February 26, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Stephanie Simpkins, owner and president of North Star Enterprises, has been named the 2025 board president for Inland Northwest Associated General Contractors.

Avista Corp. posts dip in fourth-quarter net income

Spokane-based energy company fares better in full-year results, however

February 26, 2025

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Avista Corp. has reported a rise in earnings for full-year 2024 but a decrease in the fourth quarter, compared with the same periods in 2023.

Itron announces 2024 financial results

Liberty Lake company reported Q4, full-year earnings increases

February 25, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Itron Inc. has announced earnings increases for fourth-quarter and full-year 2024.

Unemployment claims from federal employees rise statewide

Total claims represent less than 1% of the federal workforce in state so far

February 21, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Washington state Employment Security Department is experiencing an increase in unemployment claims from federal employees.

DSP confirms new board members, leadership

Business Improvement District board members, leadership also named

February 21, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

The Downtown Spokane Partnership and Business Improvement District confirmed new board members and 2025 leadership.

Leadership Spokane launches pilot program

509 Focus to be abbreviated version of nonprofit's flagship program

February 20, 2025

Journal of Business Staff

Leadership Spokane is launching 509 Focus, a new pilot program designed for professionals seeking to broaden their networks and develop a better understanding of the Spokane community.