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Thrive closing Spokane campus, 35 refugee families still need to move
SPOKANE, Wash. — Thrive's downtown facility now sports a new sign: "For Sale." That means Thrive's stay in the hotel, coming to an end by the end of October. "We’ve been told that the building is on the market and they expect a sale to close on the building sometime in October," Executive Director Mark Finney told NonStop Local. "We have let our residents know we are trying to get everyone rehoused by the end of October."
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The Thorpe parcel may be saved. Critics say Latah Valley’s bigger problems remain
There is no bus from downtown Spokane to the Latah Valley. The only way to the homes nestled in sun-bleached grass just southwest of downtown is by car, funneled along the arterial US 195.
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A methodical renovation reveals spaces that feel both historically appropriate and comfortably modern
Behind the Tudor timbers and leaded windows of 1628 W. Ninth Ave. lies a history shaped as much by remarkable women as by celebrated architecture. Completed in 1909, the Tudor Revival structure was conceived as a showpiece — the first home designed by Spokane’s celebrated “boy architect,” Earl W. Morrison. It was built by contractor Amil T. Johnson as a replica of Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon. Yet its true legacy lies not just in its architecture, but in the strong women who have called it home. For more than a century, 1628 W. Ninth Ave. has been a home shaped by women whose influence reached far beyond its front door.
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Couple who lost home in fire buys new one
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First Spokane home cleared to rebuild after devastating fires
SPOKANE, Wash. — One month after fires ripped through northwest Spokane and burned hundreds of homes to their foundations, recovery efforts are gaining momentum. The first homeowner has received clearance from the city of Spokane to rebuild, so far, it's the only single family rebuild permit given out in the recovery process.
Housing Wire
Eastern Washington agents balance business and wildfire disaster recovery
Washington's wildfires have burned 850,000+ acres and destroyed 830+ homes in Spokane. Agent Denise Thrasher describes market disruptions—insurance challenges, contamination testing, and evacuation-zone uncertainty. Displaced homeowners face slow rebuilding decisions and temporary housing shortages. Recovery is expected to take years, with September adding further wildfire risk to the region. AI Summary.
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Spokane area fires expose evacuation challenges as region grows with new housing developments
SPOKANE, Wash. — The recent wildfires that swept through the Spokane area forced one of the region's largest mass evacuations, moving 65,000 people out of their homes in a matter of hours. But the experience exposed a critical vulnerability: the infrastructure simply couldn't handle the volume of traffic fleeing the danger.
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Boomtown: Spokane Valley's Orchard Vista opens, offering 240 affordable apartments
Hundreds of new affordable apartment units are now available in Spokane Valley, creating more options for people who want to live, work and build a life for themselves and their families. As Spokane Valley continues to grow, so does the need for places people can actually afford to call home,...
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Architecture firm for many prominent Tri-City projects to close
A Spokane-based architecture firm that designed several prominent projects in the Tri-Cities is closing. MMEC Architecture & Interiors, which established an office in Kennewick about 14 years ago, announced in an Aug. 6 email to clients that it will wind down its operations by the end of September. The firm’s...
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Wildfire victims navigate insurance claims to rebuild homes in Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. — Hundreds of families who lost their homes to recent wildfires are beginning the difficult process of rebuilding. But before construction can start, many face another challenge: getting their insurance companies to pay.
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8 Great Places to Retire With Fantastic Farmers Markets
The best farmers market retirement destinations combine strong local agriculture with easy access to lively downtown markets. Year-round markets and longer seasons give retirees more chances to shop for fresh, locally grown food. These cities also offer retiree-friendly perks such as recreation, cultural attractions, affordability, or tax advantages. Farmers markets...