In an era where music is often just a click away, one record store remains a portal to the past. 4000 Holes, Spokane’s longest-standing vinyl […]
Spokane Chiefs: More Than Just Hockey
For decades, the Spokane Chiefs have been part of Spokane’s local identity, connecting families, youth hockey programs and small businesses across the city. As members of the Western Hockey League, the Spokane Chiefs bring players from across North America, but the organization’s work extends beyond the game. Through youth programs, school partnerships and local outreach, the Chiefs’ association emphasizes community involvement and the lives of players as much as competition. Jake Toporowski, former player of the Chiefs from 2014-2017 and now assistant coach, talked about his time playing and how it led to his current position. “When I was playing junior hockey, it was some of the best years of my life,” Toporowski said. “Just from the guys you play…
A BABY IN ONE ARM AND A BOOK IN THE OTHER
It is no secret that balancing parenthood and academics brings…
ALL ABOUT THE BASS
SFCC student Cole Rosaia recently won a prestigious collegiate award…
Beignets & Butterflies
French cuisine finds representation in Spokane’s woman-owned bistro, Lorén. In…
Slip and fall, who to call?
Winter has hit the Inland Northwest, bringing frigid temperatures,…
50,000 Climb Doomsday Hill
[caption id="attachment_3707" align="aligncenter" width="1174"] Participants of Spokane's Annual Lilac Bloomsday…
Mosaic: Center of culture, community
By Lizzie Nickelson Oct. 15, Volume 47 Issue 1…
Snapshots of The Communicator’s first year
[caption id="attachment_5024" align="alignnone" width="3271"] The first cover of the yet-to-be-named…
Where The Sidewalk Ends
Business owners in downtown continue to adapt to the presence of homeless individuals in the area, balancing compassion with maintaining a safe and welcoming environment […]
Spotlight: Spokane’s South Hill Perry District
Eat, drink, shop, play. A hip, up-and-coming residential area located on Spokane’s South Hill is alive with a row of unique businesses, serving a diverse […]
Giving Back Through Cuisine
It’s a cold winter in Spokane, making it the perfect time for chefs like Michelle Ho to bring warm food to everyone’s bellies. Ho is […]