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Reporter Virginia Thomas has worked at the Journal since 2017 and covers the health care industry. As a reporter, she loves learning about Spokane's many growing industries. She enjoys traveling with her husband, snuggling with her cats, and cross stitching.

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Spokane manufacturers expect long lead times into 2022

Supply issues coupled with steady demand contribute to backlogs

June 17, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Some manufacturers here say that demand for their products remains high, but they expect to experience ripple effects of the COVID-19 pandemic into 2022.

Vax On, Mask Off: Employers adapt to mask rules, vaccination monitoring

Organizations find their boundaries as more people return to offices

June 17, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Employers find themselves treading a narrow path when it comes to confirming employee vaccination status while keeping within state guidelines, some employer representatives here say.

Mountain View Gymnastics plans renovations, move

Owner hopes to add dance program after expansion

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Sheri House, owner of Mountain View Gymnastics Inc., of Airway Heights, says she hopes to consolidate the business into a renovated building this summer.

Unleashed Academy plans new facility in Spokane Valley

Dog training center to add boarding, indoor dog park

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

A dog training and boarding business plans to construct and move into two new buildings worth a combined $5 million along East Sprague, in the Veradale area of Spokane Valley.

Constructing an education pipeline to homebuilding

Mead School District, SHBA kick off program by constructing sheds

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

A collaborative effort between Mead School District and the Spokane Home Builders Association is working to spark interest in the trades-particularly residential home construction-among middle-school and high-school students.

Childcare help is coming, but will it be enough?

Even so, providers say staffing shortages make availability elusive as ever

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

A scarcity of child care options that worsened in 2020 has led to legislation that ultimately could increase the number of working women, child care providers here and industry organizations say.

Parting Thoughts with PrimeSource Credit Union's Margaret Osborn

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Margaret Osborn went straight into the credit union industry after graduating from Rogers High School. She discovered a desire to lead a credit union, and in 2001, she achieved that goal when she became CEO at Telco Credit Union, now PrimeSource Credit

Help Wanted: Restaurants look for creative ways to fill jobs

Some establishments offer bonuses, referral incentives while grappling with shortage

June 3, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Some restaurant owners here are looking for more creative ways to attract and retain new employees in an industry that has lost experienced workers to other fields.

Baxter Performance adds aftermarket adapter line

Valley manufacturer will serve more vehicle makes

May 20, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Spokane Valley-based manufacturer Baxter Performance LLC has expanded its automotive oil filter adapter line to serve Fiat Chrysler Automobiles group, Ford, General Motors, and Subaru models.

GeoEngineers expands with new office in San Diego

Newest location to focus on naval, seismic works

May 20, 2021

Virginia Thomas

Redmond, Washington-based earth science and engineering company GeoEngineers Inc., which has a longtime presence in Spokane, is expanding into the southern California market.

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