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Hillyard Creative District

Greater Spokane Inc. Celebrates Hillyard’s Creative District Designation 

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First Certified Creative District in Spokane City & County Will Drive Economic Growth, Innovation, and Community Vitality in Spokane City and County Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI) and the Northeast Public Development Authority are celebrating a milestone for Spokane’s economy and cultural landscape: the Washington State Arts Commission has officially designated Hillyard as Spokane City and […]

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Where Service Turns to Opportunity: Spokane’s Military Legacy

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By Joey Gunning, Director of Economic Development, Greater Spokane Inc. I recently heard that Fairchild Air Force Base (FAFB) is the #2 destination in the country for retiring military personnel. A quick look at Lightcast’s Population Characteristics confirms that Spokane County has 54% more veterans than the national average for a region our size. In

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Spokane Region’s Housing Pressures

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By Johnathon Somerlott, Public Policy Coordinator If we don’t fix housing, we can’t grow Spokane’s economy. That’s the message we hear across industries—from manufacturers to hospital systems. With the Spokane region needing over 22,000 homes in the next 20 years, the region is at a tipping point: build now, or fall behind. At Greater Spokane

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Trade Tensions & Spokane’s Bottom Line: Navigating the New Tariff Terrain

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By John Somerlott, Legislative Assistant, Greater Spokane Inc. In recent weeks, one issue has dominated headlines in federal politics: tariffs. Tariffs are taxes imposed on goods as they cross international borders, either imports coming into a country or exports leaving it. They can target specific countries or particular products and are typically used to protect

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Dialogue is Key – Connect with K-12 Leaders to Discuss the Future of Education

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By Erin Vincent, VP Education & Talent, Greater Spokane Inc. Tables are utilitarian objects—flat surfaces with four legs—so common we might overlook their significance. Yet, for such a simple piece of furniture, tables often hold an outsized role in the moments that matter most. They’re where we gather to share meals, ideas, laughter, and sometimes

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Congratulations to GSI Member Partners – Inlander Best of 2025!

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Shoutout to our amazing member partners highlighted in the 2025 Inlander Best of the Inland Northwest Readers Poll! These businesses play a big role in shaping the Spokane region we know and love, and we’re thrilled to see them celebrated by the community. Keep scrolling to see which GSI partners made the list! Best Art

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GSI Statement on Washington State Supreme Court Ruling on Proposition 1

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Greater Spokane Inc. is disappointed by the recent Washington State Supreme Court decision overturning Spokane’s voter-approved Proposition 1.   In August 2024, GSI joined the Downtown Spokane Partnership in filing an amicus brief in support of Proposition 1. This initiative represented our community’s clear intent to protect public spaces near sensitive areas—such as schools, parks,

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Turning Struggles to Solutions One Bill at a Time

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By Pia Hallenberg *This story first appeared in the 2023 GSI Connect Magazine, which can found on our About Us page. Connect with us and learn how your company can get involved in our advocacy efforts. Among the organizations especially challenged by the pandemic were the local blood banks. Not only did they have to meet incredible demands

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