Arc of Spokane to open thrift store in old CompUSA building Downtown

The Arc of Spokane is a non profit that has served the Spokane community for many years, doing good works with residents with developmental disabilities. The Arc of Spokane does this via several different programs, however running those programs isn't without cost.

Drive In Theatre proposed for Spokane

It's not even a sure thing this business will ever get built, but two local residents are purposing bringing back the Drive In movie theatre concept to Spokane.

Food Truck Rally in the works for upcoming First Friday

In early December the Downtown Spokane Partnership is planning a food truck rally during their monthly First Friday event. And while none of the participating food trucks are " new businesses " this new event is proof that, slowly but surely, the Spokane business scene is getting hipper and keeping up with trends from other parts of the nation.

Spokane Downtown Daiquiri Factory to open in former Beignets space Downtown

A new business, with and interesting concept is planning to open up shop in Downtown Spokane soon. The concept is like no other Spokane business today and will open in a space that has a history of having issues with the " street kids " of Downtown.

Wollnick's General Store, a branch of Greencupboards.com, now open in Spokane

Earlier this year, Spokane based Greencupboards.com , formed a parent company called Etailz Inc. to operate the companies business divisions other then just the companies popular Green Cupboards e-commerce web site. And now, the newly formed Etailz Inc. has an all new off-line division with last week's opening of the companies first new brick and mortar retail store right here in Spokane.

Candy Works now open in Northtown Mall

After the recent closure of Northtown Mall's Sweet Factory chain candy store, the mall was left without a candy and sweets vendor. The Sweet Factory space was quickly filled with an addition of the now, newly remodeled Clare's store.But still the mall was without this category of business that had been a favorite for many shoppers. But, last weekend that all changed...

Geocaching specialty store opens in Spokane

While the weather at the time of my writing this may seem a bit too cold to get into any outdoor hobby. We, here in the Inland Northwest do have plenty of time each year too get out and about . And there is one newish hobby that is gathering quite the following, Geocaching. And fans of geocaching now have a new store, right here in Spokane , to help fulfill any of their needs. Or even novices to the hobby that are looking for something new to do.

Total Wine & More now open in Spokane Valley

Just in time for the holiday's and some of the heaviest drinking seasons of the year, Total Wine & More's newest store is now open. The new store is located in Spokane Valley and a big grand opening is planned for tonight, in fact it should be starting about now.

New restaurant to open in old Muffler Shop in Downtown CdA ( Photo )

The design work is ready and some construction work has already been started on Downtown Coeur d' Alene's next exciting new restaurant.

Francesca's coming to River Park Square

Inland Northwest Business Watch has learned what will fill the space that was The Sandwich Gardens in Downtown Spokane's River Park Square.

New event center opens in Hillyard

One spot I love reporting on new local businesses in is Hillyard. The neighborhood has gained a bit of a reputation but what most people don't realize is the quality of the many locally owned and operated shops and businesses that call this part of Spokane home. Hillyard has a lot of potential and there is one new local business in this Northeast Spokane neighborhood that will , most likely be a welcome addition to the entire community.

Local business to provide space for Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30th

Every year Small Business Saturday gets bigger and bigger. And just like in years past many small businesses here in the Spokane / Coeur d' Alene area will provide special deals and even open houses to coincide with this growing event. But a huge advantage for small businesses is having a storefront to sell from. Many locally, usually because they are home based, don't have that resource available. But this year that will change...