Vol. 17, No. 23
State vs. State
Which state is the most objectively business-friendly? Depends on your measuring stick
By Daniel Walters
Idaho to D.C.: No, Thanks
Gem State lawmakers aren't interested in reform and send the Health Freedom Act to the governor
By Natalie Johnson
Welcome to the New Inlander.com
We go live with our shiny, new Website today. Let us know what you think
By Joel Smith
New World, New Words
It's trickier to save a language rooted in a world that no longer exists
By Kevin Taylor
Cop Out
The city has been taken off Shonto Pete's lawsuit. Not everyone's happy about that.
By Nicholas Deshais
California Dreamin'
Let's get on with the serious business of solving problems
By Robert Herold
Following Fitz
Remembering Dan Fitzgerald
By Ted S. McGregor Jr.
'The Big Short,' Michael Lewis
Outing the masters of the universe who bet big on subprime mortgages
Blank Slate
Your friend has ridiculous taste. Do you correct him? Or do you preserve your friendship?
By Michael Bowen
Zags Go Dancing
The inside scoop on this weekend's NCAA tournament
By Howie Stalwick
Balm in Gilead
Have a piece of pie and tell us your troubles: The Spitfire Grill faces adversity with optimistic songs
Broken Embraces
Pedro Almodóvar renders a noir film in vivid color and with plenty of flashbacks
By Sean Stewart
Heavy Rain
Heavy Rain is a slow, dull, soggy mess.
By Marty Demarest
Story Specter
Roman Polanski knows how to deliver tension
By Ed Symkus
Starring the Stars
The ultimate ride-along takes viewers into orbit and beyond
Breaking Bad
Hey, buddy, wanna buy some n-methyl-1-phenyl-propan-2-amine?
'Wasted Talent,
Solid, trunk-rattling music from a Spokane transplant
By Jorma Knowles
'Melange EP,' Mon Cheri
Six happy little tracks from one of Spokane's favorite bands
By Leah Sottile
Epic Quest
Jedediah the Pilot tells lofty bedtime stories in song
Horror Show
Twiztid combines brutal imagery with a desire for greater connection
By Jeff Echert
Best of Food
The region's finest seafood, burritos and the best new restaurant (and other stuff)
By Inlander Staff
Best of Nightlife
The region's finest nightclub, happy hour and bowling alley (and other stuff)
Best of the Outdoors
The region's finest golfing, swimming and outdoor supplies (plus other stuff)
Best of Romance
The region's finest place to go on a first date. Plus, the best break-up line (and more).
Best of the Arts
The region's finest gallery, play, band and concert of the year (and other stuff)
Best of People
The region's finest artist, bartender, politician and college professor (and other stuff)
Best of Shopping
The region's finest hotel, spa and bookstore. Plus, the best new business.
Eating Cheap on the South Hill
Thirteen affordable eateries from Apple Spice Junction to Slick Rock
Eating Cheap in Moscow/Pullman
Eight affordable eateries from Black Cypress to Thai Ginger
Eating Cheap in East Spokane
Eight affordable eateries from Alpine Deli to White Box Pies
Eating Cheap in Sandpoint
Six affordable eateries from Arlo's to Spud's
Eating Cheap in North Spokane
Thirty-eight affordable eateries from the 7th Rail to Tecate Grille
Eating Cheap in Coeur d'Alene
Sixteen affordable eateries from 4th Street Pantry to Wah Hing
Eating Cheap on the West Plains
Eleven affordable eateries from the Buckhorn Inn to Twin Dragons
Eating Cheap in Spokane Valley
Six affordable eateries from Boston's Pizza to the Skyway Cafe
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Four decades, two love stories and one year of new ownership for Spokane's Chalet Restaurant
By Dora Scott
The Columbia River defines our corner of the continent, but the remote valley where it starts has its own story to tell
By Knute Berger
For the People: Here’s how you can interact with your Inland Northwest legislators this session
By Colton Rasanen
Spokane-area animal shelters are facing financial stress and systemic issues
By Eliza Billingham
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