Mike McLean

Kootenai County expects steady, slower growth

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December 18, 2014

Look for economic growth to continue in Kootenai County, although at a slower overall pace than in the last two or three years, sources there say.

Contractors eye strong start to construction season

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December 18, 2014

Mike McLean

Some construction observers here say the industry is poised for a strong start in 2015. Contractors are starting to compile a backlog of work that will carry them further into the new year than backlogs of the last few post-recession years, says Wayne Br

Spokane groups air goals for state lawmakers

Education, transportation loom big as session nears

December 18, 2014

Mike McLean

Spokane-area interests are working to inform lawmakers about their priorities as the Legislature sets to convene its 2015 session, which they say will focus heavily on education mandates and transportation funding. Last year, the Legislature failed to pa

Real estate market signs point to consistent growth

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December 18, 2014

Mike McLean

With individual sectors of the real estate market described as improving to 'darn goodâ€ this year, some market observers are anticipating sustained growth in sales and leases in 2015.

CHAS buys multitenant building, plans new clinic

Valley operation will be nonprofit's 12th overall

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Community Health Association of Spokane, a Spokane-based nonprofit health services provider, has bought a multitenant building in Spokane Valley and plans to open its second Valley clinic in a portion of it, says Kelley Halverson, a CHAS spokeswoman. Hal

Putting business, mission in balance

Nonprofit North Idaho care system sees strong growth

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Coeur d'Alene-based Heritage Health, formerly Dirne Community Health Center, has seen a threefold increase in annual patient visits since its CEO Mike Baker came on board in 2009.

Sandpoint entrepreneur starts website for adventure junkies

Rush-On provides online access to adventure deals

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Rush-On LLC, of Sandpoint, has launched an online clearinghouse for adventure junkies-or anyone desiring to experience bucket list-worthy activities, says entrepreneur Devin Dufenhorst, Rush-On's CEO. Located in the Sandpoint Center at 414 Church Str

School Employees Credit Union buys Valley building for branch move

New space closer to big retailers, freeway access

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

School Employees Credit Union of Washington has bought a building in Spokane Valley and plans to move its lone Eastern Washington branch there from near downtown Spokane, says Sherry Lotze, a spokeswoman for the Seattle-based credit union. The new locati

Deaconess looking to build North Side health center

Hospital seeks permit for $5.2 million project

December 4, 2014

Mike McLean

Deaconess Hospital has applied for a building permit for a $5.2 million ambulatory health care center on Spokane's North Side. The hospital plans to erect a single-story building with 12,700 square feet of space at 8202 N. Division, according to the pe

New tenants announced near Target on South Hill

Only one space remains available in Regal Plaza

November 20, 2014

Mike McLean

Regal Plaza shopping center, the new South Hill retail development anchored by a Target department store, has signed four new tenants, and is negotiating an additional lease with a bank, leaving one retail bay left to fill, says Spokane real estate develo