Inlander

The Inlander, which was formerly known as The Pacific Northwest Inlander, is a complimentary weekly newspaper based in Spokane, Washington, distributing its content across the Inland Northwest. It focuses on local news and cultural topics and is available both in print and online every Thursday. Founded in 1993 by Ted S. McGregor, Jr. and J. Jeremy McGregor, who are still the owners, The Inlander is part of the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies. The current editor of the publication is Jacob H. Fries.

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It takes a village to run the largest theme

1 day ago | inlander.com | Erick Doxey

click to enlarge Silverwood's SpinCycle, left, and Tremors roller coasters offer thrills to riders of all ages — as long as they meet the height requirements. Managing any city presents its own challenges, but Silverwood, the largest theme park in the Pacific Northwest, elevates this endeavor to new heights.
Hemp and cannabis are the same plant, but federal rules for each differ widely

1 week ago | inlander.com | Will Maupin

click to enlarge Simone / Adobe Stock Federal law uniquely allows hemp-derived products. Just the other day, a cashier at the neighborhood grocery store asked to see my ID. I wasn't buying alcohol or tobacco, I was buying a CBD-infused seltzer water. Think La Croix but instead of passionfruit or pamplemousse, it's weed. But just like La Croix, this seltzer is sold anywhere that wants to sell it.
Trump aims to defund public media, impacting rural residents most, including in Washington and Idaho

1 week ago | inlander.com | Victor Corral Martinez |Víctor Martínez

click to enlarge Map courtesy NWPB Northwest Public Broadcasting's NPR and PBS stations that reach many rural communities rely more heavily on federal funding. President Donald Trump has doubled down on his feud with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which helps fund National Public Radio and public television stations nationwide.
Things to know going into Spokane's weekend of planned protests and events

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Samantha Wohlfeil

click to enlarge Erick Doxey photo Multiple protests and other events coincide with Pride weekend in Spokane. The Inland Northwest has a jam-packed schedule of events on Saturday, including the Pride parade and subsequent celebration in Riverfront Park, the anti-Trump "No Kings" protests in Spokane and Coeur d'Alene, Jesus Fest on Garland (with guest pastor Sean Feucht) and more.
Spokane ICE protesters charged with felonies released after first appearance, and other updates

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Samantha Wohlfeil |Colton Rasanen

click to enlarge Young Kwak photo Police deployed chemical irritants on protesters in Spokane on June 11. After a first appearance in Spokane County Superior Court at 1:30 pm on Thursday, June 12, two protesters who were booked into Spokane County Jail on felony charges for unlawful imprisonment were released on their own recognizance.
Summer Guide 2025: Music

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Seth Sommerfeld

click to enlarge Diehard DCFC fans would definitely follow the beloved indie band into the dark. Live music never stops in Spokane, yet it certainly slows down a bit in the colder months. But when summer rolls around? There are legitimately too many great shows to even cover in the space.
Summer Guide 2025: Wheels

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Victor Corral Martinez |Víctor Martínez

click to enlarge Photo courtesy Schweitzer Ski runs give way to beautiful mountain trails come summer. Most of us use wheeled vehicles daily to get from one place to another without truly appreciating the interesting places we live.
Summers as an adult look different, but child-like joy 
is still there if you search for it

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Madison Pearson

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Summertime is always better when you're in the water

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Colton Rasanen

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Summer Guide 2025: The Great Indoors

2 weeks ago | inlander.com | Madison Pearson

click to enlarge Courtesy Spokane Public Libraruy Our public libraries offer so much more than books to read this summer! In 1902, an American engineer named Willis Carrier invented the modern-day electric air conditioner. He created it for a publishing company in Brooklyn, New York, so its paper dimensions and ink alignment would be consistent throughout the seasons.