2024 Harry E. Nelson Citizen of the Year

Marty Dickinson, a lifelong Spokane Valley advocate, is named the 2024 Citizen of the Year by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce. Recognized for her dedication to education and community growth, she reflects on her journey from South Pines Elementary to leading impactful initiatives like the Central Valley School District bonds.

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Under Pressure: Rent Caps and the Fight for Local Investment

Spokane projects vie for state funding as lawmakers debate the 2025-27 capital budget. Meanwhile, EHB 1217’s rent control measures could reshape housing markets. Learn which local initiatives are funded, the bill’s burdens on providers, and how to advocate for your community before final decisions are made.

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