Issue Archives

Annual Manual

• Annual Report

  Bragging Rights

  Fit. Cozy. Livable. Delicious. That's how outsiders are now defining Spokane in their ever-popular city rankings

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Big City Living

  Can Spokane embrace a national trend and make downtown a desirable place to live?

  By Mike Bookey

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Room for Growth

  What's behind the expansion of medical facilities in Spokane and Kootenai counties?

  By Jake Thomas

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Signature Moves

  What our local pols are known for

  By Daniel Walters

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Transportation

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Health and Wellness

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Employment

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Real Estate

  Sep 1, 2016
• Annual Report

  Call on Me

  Helpful numbers to have on hand

  Oct 12, 2016
• Annual Report

  Why We Live Here

  By Tamara McGregor

  Oct 13, 2016
• Education

  Looking Forward

  New WSU President Kirk Schulz has high aspirations for the university's future

  By Wilson Criscione

  Sep 1, 2016
• Education

  Scholastic Fantastic

  Five lessons from local universities this year

  Sep 1, 2016
• Education

  Lean Budgets

  Spokane and Idaho community colleges struggle to overcome lack of funding and declines in enrollment

  By Wilson Criscione

  Sep 1, 2016
• Education

  On the Upswing

  Gonzaga and Idaho law schools are optimistic amid national dips in enrollment

  By Wilson Criscione

  Sep 1, 2016
• Education

  Spokane-Area Private Schools

  Sep 1, 2016
• Education

  A Promising Portfolio

  Option schools on the rise give families a choice

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 8, 2016
• Education

  North Idaho Private Schools

  Sep 10, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Empire Builders

  Spokane's dining scene has given birth to a number of successful chains and families of restaurants

  By Mike Bookey

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Bakeries

  Local bakeries that raise the bar

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Neighborhood Gems

  Your guide to eating outside your 'hood

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Ice Cream

  Go ahead and order a double scoop — these ice cream parlors are that good

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Burgers

  Your guide to the region's best burgers

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Buzzworthy

  Inland Northwest restaurants that live up to the hype

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  The Rules of Brunch

  How to improve your breakfast/lunch experience

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Cook Like a Pro

  Expert chefs in local cooking classes can have you rolling your own sushi or making vegan burgers in no time

  By Blythe Thimsen

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Local Goods

  These products are all made by great folks right here in the Inland Northwest. The fact that they're all delicious is just icing on the cake

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Global Cuisine

  Where to find international cuisine in the Inland Northwest

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Adventures in Eating

  New local events expand beyond the weekend food festival, and are sure to satisfy all appetites

  By Blythe Thimsen

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Waterfront

  Lake views are part

  of the appeal of these nine restaurants

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Pizza

  Our guide to help you find your favorite pie

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Sushi

  Fresh fish is always on the menu at these local sushi joints

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Romantic

  From date night to anniversary celebrations, these restaurants have your covered

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Mexican

  From street tacos and burritos to carne asada, a selection of the region's Mexican food

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Gastropubs

  Not your average pubs

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Italian

  Italian eateries that will have you proclaiming molto bene

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Hall of Famers

  Inlander readers love these places so much, they've voted them the Best of the Inland Northwest for 10 years or more

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Steakhouses

  From classy to casual, the Inland Northwest has a steakhouse to suit your fancy

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Pub Food

  Nothing fancy here, just comfort food done right

  Sep 1, 2016
• Food & Restaurants

  Phò

  Where to slurp in Spokane

  Oct 13, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Shake it Up

  What to expect at various live music venues around the Inland Northwest

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  City Sips

  A flavor for all wine drinkers' tastes can be found in downtown Spokane

  By Dan Nailen

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Sports Bars

  Best bets for watching the big game

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Downtown Tasting Rooms

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Greater Inland Northwest Wine Tasting Rooms

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Craft Cocktails

  Destinations for the discriminating drinker

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Every Day I'm Quizzin'

  There are enough trivia nights in the area to keep you drinking and answering questions almost every day of the week

  By Mitch Ryals

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  The Tea Drinker's Guide to Spokane

  Discover four tasty Inland Northwest alternatives to coffee

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Beer Bars

  Taps for every taste

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Cideries & Meaderies

  The cider revolution has hit the Inland Northwest with full force

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Happy Trails

  A few tips on how to best navigate the Inland Northwest Ale Trail

  By Mike Bookey

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Karaoke

  Grab the mic and let 'er rip!

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Laugh Out Loud

  Spokane's comedy scene moves toward a brighter future

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Breweries

  With 28 local brewers, there's no excuse not to drink local

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Lounges

  Seven hotspots where you can relax and unwind

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Distilleries

  A craft distillery explosion in the Inland Northwest makes it easier than ever to drink local

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Bar Games

  Nine bars where you'll never be bored

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Casinos

  Good bets for local gaming

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Whiskey

  From American small batch to Japanese single malt — it's all about selection at these bars

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Dance

  Six spots to shake your groove thing

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Martini Bars

  Elegant, old-school drinking at its best

  Sep 1, 2016
• Nightlife & Bars

  Public Houses

  Eight destinations for a casual night out

  Sep 1, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Adventures for Every Season

  No matter the season, there are adventures to be had in our neck of the woods. Need proof? Here are adventures for each season

  By Blythe Thimsen

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Ski Resorts

  Destinations for all your winter adventures

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Hiking Clubs

  Over the hill and back again

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Running Clubs

  A dozen clubs to get you off the couch and onto the streets

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  At the Fore-front

  Area golf courses are adding improvements and making the Inland Northwest a links paradise

  By Dan Nailen

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Paddling

  Jump on the SUP craze, relax on a raft or battle the rapids

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Spectator Sports

  A local team for every season

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Triathletes

  Put yourself to the test

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Why We Run

  Spokane's distance running success is built on the joy of running together — and against each other

  By Daniel Walters

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Ziplines

  A new way to take to the trees

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  A Year in Fun Runs

  Nine runs that emphasize fun

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Dog Parks

  Destinations for canine euphoria

  Sep 8, 2016
• Outdoors & Recreation

  Bike Clubs

  There's no need to ride alone

  Oct 13, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Galleries

  From pop to fine art: Where to get your fix

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Art for All

  Museums are not always indoors and exhibits don't always require entrance fees

  By Blythe Thimsen

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Writing Renaissance

  Building on the success of local literary greats before them, newly published writers to the Spokane scene are taking it to the next level

  By Chey Scott

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Local Spin

  Four made-in-Spokane albums you should be listening to

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Museums

  Visit one or all of the Inland Northwest's many museums to learn more about the history of the region, the people and animals that live here

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Theater

  All the world is a stage!

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Music & Dance

  Catch a performance, attend an event, or get involved with one of the area's many music and dance ensembles

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Broadway in Spokane

  Three shows in the 2016-17 Best of Broadway series are running concurrently on Broadway

  By E.J. Iannelli

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  A Year in Talking Heads

  They're kind of a big deal

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 1, 2016
• Arts & Entertainment

  Light up the Night

  After major success during its first year, the Washington State Chinese Lantern Festival is coming back to Riverfront Park

  By Chey Scott

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Book Stores

  Your local literary liaisons

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Old is New

  The Farm Chicks Show in Spokane has become one of the biggest antique and vintage shows around

  By Chey Scott

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Vintage Furniture

  From rags to riches

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Building a Boutique

  CdA-based NanaMacs found global success online

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Denim

  Flared, straight or skinny; find your fit

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Still Spinning

  Vinyl albums are cool again, and local record stores are ready to help you build up your collection

  By Laura Johnson

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Vintage & Thrifted Threads

  Add some retro rags to your wardrobe

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Wedding Apparel

  Where to find that perfect white dress

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  New Leather, Old Soul

  Thrux Lawrence crafts rugged and timeless menswear built to last

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Gift Arrangements

  Bouquets and baskets assembled to impress

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Kitchen

  Gourment goods and gadgets galore

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Toys & Games

  Old-school toys, high-tech gizmos and everything in between

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Specialty Gifts

  Something for everyone on your list

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Home Decor

  Exceptional accents for every room

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Casual Chic

  On trend fashions for all tastes

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Furniture

  Design a not-so-humble abode

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Menswear

  Suave styles for tailored tastes

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Dresses

  From casual frocks to runway-ready gowns

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Boho

  Hotbeds for indie threads

  Sep 1, 2016
• Shopping & Style

  Six Deadly Sales

  A deal lover's annual Spokane shopping guide

  By Laura Regester

  Sep 1, 2016