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Hey Spokane, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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The more businesses we have on the platform, the more events, announcements, news, cool spots to check out, and deals we’ll have to share with you all every week. So if you know of a local business that belongs in the newsletter, forward this email to them or send ‘em here so they sign up too! The more the merrier 🙂
That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
New strategy strengthens care coordination: A Washington State University initiative helped Spokane health agency clinicians think like pharmacists, tightening medication lists and cutting hospitalizations for heart failure patients by more than half in 10 weeks — learn how the program worked.
Freight capacity gains ahead: Jaguar Transport Holdings has partnered with Spokane International Airport on a new transload facility served by Washington Eastern Railroad, which connects to BNSF, and featuring 10,000 feet of track — read the full story.
School community navigates change: Adams Elementary students have settled into Camp Adams at former Jefferson Elementary, a temporary home praised by Superintendent Adam Swinyard, while preparations continue for demolition of the old Adams building — get all the details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
New retailer revives space: Nordstrom Rack is moving toward a north Spokane opening at Northpointe Plaza. A $4 million buildout will revamp the 30,000-square-foot former Big Lots with minor exterior improvements, new HVAC, a rear concrete pad, and a trash compactor. Expect neighbors like Target, TJ Maxx, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Get all the project details.
Fresh kicks this week: Need a shoe refresh? Peak Sneaks keeps a tight rotation of legit Nikes, Jordans, and other heat, making premium style feel accessible. Expect everyday pairs that upgrade your fits without the fuss, from timeless staples to fresh drops.
Sip local, downtown: If your week calls for a red blend and live tunes, Barrister Winery pours velvety Washington wines in a century-old brick-and-beam hideout that feels like Spokane in a glass. It’s an easy place to linger awhile and leave noticeably less stressed.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🤠 Boots & Beans, Line Dancin’ & Chili Fundraiser @ Corbin Senior Activity Center | Friday (1/23) at 12:00 PM – Trade your winter shuffle for a two-step at Corbin’s Boots & Beans fundraiser, where chili comes first, then the boot scootin’ begins. All ages, no membership needed. Sandy’s got beginner, beginner-plus, and partner patterns, plus stepsheets and YouTube links if you’re the studious type.
🕸 Charlotte’s Web @ Spokane Children’s Theatre | Friday (1/23) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats introducing the kids to a classic that still makes grown-ups tear up, then pretend it’s allergies. Spokane Children’s Theatre brings Charlotte’s Web to life, all heart and humor, with an ASL interpreted show, a Family Value night, and wallet-friendly tickets.
🍽 Yagódy @ Osprey Restaurant & Bar | Friday (1/23) at 7:30 PM – Make it a proper night out with a river-view dinner at Osprey, then Yagódy at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center. Good food, real seats, and a show you can actually hear, remember, and brag about later.
This weekend
🧧 A Vietnamese Lunar New Year Celebration @ Spokane Public Library Shadle Park | Saturday (1/24) at 11:30 AM – Take a break from the routine and welcome the Year of the Horse at Spokane Public Library with VASA for their first public Tết. Ceremony, lion dance, traditional food, folk art, and community activities, all under one roof. Festive, family-friendly, and worth leaving the couch.
🐾 Pet Adoption Day @ Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile South Hill | Saturday (1/24) at 12:00 PM – Clear some couch space and meet your next supervisor at Spokane Humane Society’s Adoption Day. Find a furry roommate, drop a donation that actually does good, adopt and leave with a generous goodie bag, your heart full, and your socks probably claimed.
🧵 Fabric Painting with Hand Embroidery @ Spokane Art School | Sunday (1/25) at 10:00 AM – Skip doomscrolling and paint a sunset on fabric, then stitch it up with basic hand embroidery with Maria Andrus. Open to teens and adults, it is beginner friendly, hands-on, and oddly soothing. $42 for instruction, $35 materials, zero judgment about your stick figures.
🎭 Emma @ Spokane Civic Theatre | Sunday (1/25) at 2:00 PM – If your idea of drama involves witty barbs, misguided matchmaking, and zero streaming ads, Emma at Spokane Civic Theatre is calling. Come for Austen’s charm, stay for the costumes, clever staging, and the smug satisfaction of judging from a plush seat.
Live music & entertainment:
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📻 Spokane report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 38°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny. High near 38, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. North wind around 2 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 22. West wind around 1 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 37°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny, with a high near 37. Northeast wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23.
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One-owner, designer-built modern Colonial in Spokane’s most distinguished location with unobstructed west-facing horizon views. 7 beds, 6 baths, 4 fireplaces, and about 6,600 square feet. A symmetrical façade with stately pillars sets the tone for a grand foyer, dual staircases, formal and casual dining, and a view-filled kitchen with patio access. Sliding glass doors link main-floor rooms.
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