🌱 Low Wages, High Housing Costs + Spokane Considers Roundabouts

Spokane WA

10 November, 2021

6:10 PM

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Happy Thursday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: A morning shower in spots. High: 46 Low: 42. Here are the top stories in Spokane today: Finding affordable housing continues to be a struggle in Spokane, where wages have gone up 11 percent while housing costs went up nearly 50 percent. Spokane also has a low inventory of houses right now, which is driving up prices further. Experts say the only way Spokane can fight these economic growing pains is to provide more higher-paying jobs for its residents, but this is not an easy fix. (KREM.com)The City of Spokane is considering building a roundabout at 37th and Ray — a main arterial connecting the south hill to I-90. Officials believe drivers would exit Regal Street sooner if traffic along 37th Avenue improved. Two or three homes would have to be demolished to make room for the roundabout. (KREM.com)On Tuesday, a successful Spokane area YouTuber dropped a 10-minute video that he hopes will help him raise $50,000 for Sacred Heart Children's Hospital. (KXLY Spokane) Three construction workers were rescued after a wall collapsed on them while at a construction site on North Division and East Hawthorne. (KHQ Right Now) The "Winter Wonderland Market," a new winter market coming to the Wonder Building, will bring together local artisans and craftspersons in addition to the building's three brick and mortar vendors. (KXLY Spokane) Today's Spokane Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Planning to buy or refinance a home? Here's what you need to know about the five types of mortgage loans (and which one is right for you). Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Celebrate Your Favorite Veteran With Patriotic Flowers (November 11) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.