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November 1, 2026

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Business

New Coffee Shop to Open with Community Focus

October 28, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Momentum Church Plans Spring Opening Of Nonprofit Coffeehouse In Colville, Offering a Welcoming Gathering Space, Community Programs and Support For Local Children and Families

Business

New Trailblazers Offers Red Light Therapy

October 28, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Owner Samantha Dyar Brings Red Light Therapy to Colville, Offering Treatments Aimed At Supporting Healing, Reducing Inflammation and Improving Overall Wellness, With Plans To Expand Services

Business

New Mobile Coffee Stand to Open Next Month

October 21, 2026

Harmony Perisse

Colville Entrepreneur Isabella Bitzan Prepares To Launch Bella’s Brews, Offering Specialty Coffee, Creative Drinks, and Food From a Bright Pink Mobile Truck

Business, Government, Local News

Washington Minimum Wage to Climb to $17.76, Sparking Debate over Rising Costs

October 13, 2026

Brandon Hansen

Washington’s minimum wage will rise to $17.73 p
er hour on Jan. 1, 2027. The increase has sparked debate among workers, employers, and residents over inflation, affordability, and the pressures facing small businesses.

Business

A Piece of Woodland Theatre’s History Returns

October 7, 2026

Isidora Patrick

A new tower now rises above the facade of Woodland Theatre, recreating a feature that was part of the original building when it opened as a movie theater in 1940.

Business

Tri-County Economic Development District Leader Retires

October 7, 2026

Meredith Carroll

For 57 years, the Tri-County Economic Development District (TEDD) has been providing programs and services to communities and businesses to develop economic growth in Stevens, Ferry, and Pend Oreille counties.

Business

Final Mass Closes More Than A Century Of Worship At Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Valley

September 30, 2026

Brandon Hansen

More than a century of Catholic worship in downtown Valley came to an end Sunday morning as Holy Ghost Catholic Church held its final Mass.

Business

Boating and Powersport Business for Sale in Colville

September 23, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Longtime Colville Business Seeks New Owner as Manager Looks To Step Back After More Than a Decade At the Helm

Business

Local Horizon Credit Union Employees Prepare Meal Mixes for Colville Food Bank

September 23, 2026

Trinity Wang

Five employees from Horizon Credit Union’s Colville branch volunteered at the Colville Food Bank as part of the organization’s annual Go.

Business

Colville Chamber Introduces New Employee

September 16, 2026

Cami Krema

New Business Manager Rhonda Delles Brings Focus on Local Shopping, Digital Marketing and Community Promotion

Business

New Nursing Degree Comes to Spokane Community College Colville Campus

September 9, 2026

Samantha Peone

The Four-quarter LPN Program Will Offer Local Classroom, Lab, and Clinical Training While Creating a Pathway Into the Region’s Nursing Workforce

Business

Early Learning Center Celebrates New Home

September 2, 2026

Brandon Hansen

New 13,000-square-foot Facility Expands Early Learning Capacity and Marks Milestone For Rural Valley Community

Business

Local Grocery Store Raises Funds for Food Bank

September 2, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Colville Grocery Outlet owners Kim and Jason Craig raised a total of $13,905 between July 26- 31 for the charity Independence from Hunger (IFH).

Business

Schmidts Spruce Up Area Lodgings

September 2, 2026

Samantha Peone

Couple Renovates Selkirk Motel and Chewelah Creek Inn With Updated Rooms, Amenities, and Homemade Hospitality

Business

08/24/26 AGENDA – BOARD OF STEVENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BOCC)

August 21, 2026

Staff Reports

AGENDA – BOARD OF STEVENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BOCC)

Business

Dr. Impala Joins Chewelah Veterinary Clinic

August 19, 2026

Brandon Hansen

The newest veterinarian at Chewelah Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Emma Impala, hopes to help fill a need that has become increasingly important in rural communities:

Business

Kettle Falls Bar ‘From Gears to Beers’ Changes Ownership

August 12, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Longtime Bartender Angelina Sinka Takes Over Kettle Falls Business,
Plans Menu Additions and a More Family-friendly Atmosphere

Business

Northwest.Inspect Brings Experience to Vehicle Purchases

August 5, 2026

Sandi Strickland

A new Deer Park-based business hopes to take the uncertainty out of buying a used car by bringing professional vehicle inspections directly to customers.

Business

Kettle Falls Group Outfits Kids for School

August 5, 2026

Meredith Carroll

Nana’s Closet Returns For a Second Year, Providing Free Clothing, School Supplies and Essentials to Local Children In Need

Business

Food Truck and Catering Business Opens in Springdale

July 29, 2026

Meredith Carroll

New catering business Country Comfort Kitchen and Catering will soon be opening its doors.

Business

Colville Couple Launches Pressure Washing Business With Community in Mind

July 22, 2026

Isidora Patrick

Jason and Heather Foster Balance Full-time Careers While Building Pressure’s On as a Future Family Business Rooted in Local Service

Business

Nine Mile Mercantile Aims to Become Community Gathering Place

July 22, 2026

Sandi Strickland

Residents of the Nine Mile area will soon have a new place to shop local, discover handmade goods, and connect with neighbors when 9 Mile Mercantile celebrates its planned grand opening Aug. 7 and 8.

Business

Lifelong Love of Soup Inspires New Food Truck

July 15, 2026

Brandon Hansen

A childhood love of soup has grown into a new business venture for Inchelium teacher and Chewelah resident Mary Ludwig, who is preparing to begin serving homemade soups from Mary’s Food Truck.

Business

Kim’s Kitchen Offers New Food Truck Option

July 8, 2026

Harmony Perisse

Kim and Ron Nemeth Bring Asian Cuisine to Colville With a Family-inspired Food Truck Now
Serving Lunch Weekdays

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