Ednetics, a Post Falls-based company that designs, deploys, and services high-tech communication systems for the education sector, has been acquired by Tampa, Florida-based MGT, a national technology solutions firm, for an undisclosed amount.
Glen Dow building remodel under consideration 4n6w1l
Hillyard gets creative: Spokane's first designated arts district emerges 1k2850
Hillyard is on track to become Spokane's first creative district neighborhood thanks to a federally funded pilot program and collaborative effort between residents, artists, and business owners.
Selkirk Sport expands as pickleball proves to be more than a fad p2j2d
Selkirk Sport, a family-owned manufacturer and retailer of pickleball equipment, has grown to 200 employees and 1,500 square feet of space in the past five years.
The Journal sat down with new Spokane Business Association President Brad Barnett to learn more about his background, the direction of the association, and some of the hot-button issues with which he's involved.
Deer Park project aims beyond industrial use c6k6o
A new project, dubbed the Coyle Innovation Center, is planned on about 60 acres of vacant land near the city of Deer Park's growing airport, where developers envision an industrial park that goes beyond traditional uses and offers a flexible environment suited for innovation.
Demand for SNAP Financial Access services surges 485g49
SNAP Financial Access, a community development financial institution, is experiencing a surge in demand for financial assistance from small businesses.
Labcorp to acquire select assets of Spokane Valley pathology practice s5m5c
Spokane Valley-based Incyte Diagnostics has agreed to sell select assets of its clinical and anatomic pathology testing businesses to Burlington, North Carolina-based Labcorp (NYSE: LH).
HSSA expands its scope, invests in startups 4o2m6s
Noticing a growth in venture capital-funded startups in the biosciences sector, the Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County has expanded its charter to entrepreneurial companies.
Fire protection systems in mass-timber buildings: what you need to know 1f3q6b
Deg and integrating fire protection systems into mass-timber buildings presents unique challenges, even for the most experienced and creative design teams. While mass timber is often chosen for its natural warmth, visual appeal, and sustainability, balancing these aesthetic and environmental advantages with code-compliant fire protection requires strategic planning, early coordination, and a deep understanding of both materials and fire safety standards.
How we got our start, and why we do what we do 1l1a2
I am sometimes asked how the Journal of Business got its start. The answer is the kind you can’t exactly provide in an elevator speech. But I was there, so if you have a few minutes, let me tell you the story. It’s a yarn I’ve written in various ways for past anniversaries of this cherished newspaper, so my apologies if you’ve heard the punchlines before. It’s also a story of how a new publication beat the odds to survive in a difficult industry, and one that became even more challenging years later.