Virginia Thomas

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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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.
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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
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Virginia Thomas

Contact tracing becomes more prevalent occupation in Spokane

Once-unusual occupation now employs 100-plus in Spokane health sector
September 10, 2020
Virginia Thomas
The number of contact tracers has risen in Spokane County along with the spread of COVID-19. Susan Sjoberg, program manager for disease prevention and response at Spokane Regional Health District, says that before coronavirus struck, SRHD had five
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Virginia Thomas

Esvelt Environmental fills niche in INW

Engineering company maintains 40-year focus on water systems design
August 27, 2020
Virginia Thomas
With just four employees, including owners Mark and Allison Esvelt, Millwood-based environmental engineering company Esvelt Environmental Engineering LLC is small - and the Esvelts intend to keep it that way. Allison Esvelt says the company, located
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Days Inn, Taaj restaurant building set to be revamped

Portland developer plans to convert motel into studio apartments at downtown site
August 27, 2020
Virginia Thomas
A Beaverton, Oregon-based real estate holding company has bought the Days Inn motel at 120 W. Third, in downtown Spokane, with the intention of transforming the property into studio apartments. The company, Fortify Holdings LLC, also has bought
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Parting Thoughts with Reginia Malveaux

Regina Malveaux is leaving her position as CEO of YWCA Spokane
August 27, 2020
Virginia Thomas
Regina Malveaux is leaving her position as CEO of YWCA Spokane to become director of the Washington state Women's Commission. Malveaux was appointed to the directorship position by Gov. Jay Inslee on Aug. 10 and ends her tenure with the Spokane YWCA
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