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    May 7, 2026
    By Erica Bullock

    2026 Icons: Elaine Couture

    Elaine Couture, former regional chief executive at Providence Health & Services who retired in 2021, is currently living her "best life," staying active and involved following a move to Arizona three years ago. Despite her relocation, her impact on the Spokane community remains anchored in the medical institutions she helped lead and expand over a distinguished 34-year career.


  • April 23, 2026
    By Karina Elias

    Premera, MultiCare contract dispute raises concerns

    A contract dispute between Premera Blue Cross and MultiCare Health System is putting thousands of Spokane-area workers and employers at risk of higher health care costs, or potential disruptions in care if the two sides fail to reach an agreement by the end of May.

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    April 23, 2026
    By Matt Stephens

    Work begins on Reardan primary care clinic

    Site work is now underway for a new 4,100-square-foot primary care clinic in Reardan, Washington, and the $2.3 million facility is expected to open by Oct. 31.


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    April 23, 2026
    By Karina Elias

    County begins expansion of treatment center

  • April 9, 2026
    By Karina Elias

    HSSA awards five Spokane startups $3.25M

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    April 9, 2026
    By Dylan Harris

    Five Takeaways: The Health of Health Care

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    April 9, 2026
    By Umar Farooq

    Businesses pay when ignoring drivers of health costs

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    April 9, 2026
    By Karina Elias

    Providence ElderPlace supports senior autonomy

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    April 9, 2026
    By Johnny Fulfer

    Clarion Partners acquires The Grand at Spokane

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    April 9, 2026
    By Ethan Pack

    Cheney Care Community advances expansion plans

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    April 9, 2026
    By Karina Elias

    Maplewood Software, StaffReady acquired

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    March 26, 2026
    By Dylan Harris

    2026 Large Business of the Year Finalist: Sunshine Health Facilities Inc.

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    March 26, 2026
    By Dylan Harris

    2026 Large Business of the Year Winner: Jubilant HollisterStier LLC

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