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The Thundering Roar of Spokane Falls II

Posted on February 13, 2014 by TKGilb

   

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The Thundering Roar of Spokane Falls

Posted on February 13, 2014 by TKGilb

  There are hundreds of waterfalls scattered all over the Pacific NW. But I’m pretty sure Spokane Falls is the only one located in the heart of a bustling downtown business district. The Spokane River flows from Lake Coeur d’Alene … Continue reading →

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Spokane’s Flour Mill

Posted on February 18, 2012 by TKGilb

The old Flour Mill sits on the north bank of the river in downtown Spokane, WA. Built in 1895, remnants of its working past are still visible everywhere. Inside its brick walls today is a maze of corridors, ramps, and stairways leading to an eclectic blend of shops and businesses that are tucked into every little nook and cranny. Continue reading →

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To Those Who Serve

Posted on November 11, 2011 by TKGilb

Perched at the top of a grassy hillock, surrounded by evergreens, is the bronze statue of a young American Soldier. The Inland Northwest Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated on November 10, 1985. It can be found in Spokane’s Riverfront Park. Continue reading →

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Spokane’s Japanese Garden II

Posted on July 22, 2011 by TKGilb

The Nishinomiya Tsutakawa Japanese Garden in Spokane, WA, is not one of the largest Japanese gardens in the Pacific NW. Nor is it the oldest, but it is a uniquely pretty spot to while away an hour or so on a hot summer day. Continue reading →

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Spokane’s Japanese Garden

Posted on July 22, 2011 by TKGilb

The Nishinomiya Tsutakawa Japanese Garden in Spokane, WA, is not one of the largest Japanese gardens in the Pacific NW. Nor is it the oldest, but it is a uniquely pretty spot to while away an hour or so on a hot summer day. Continue reading →

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When Liquid Sunshine Turns to Snow II

Posted on January 29, 2011 by TKGilb

Twilight scene after mi-winter snowfall at Coeur d’Alene Park in Spokane, WA. Photo: Randall Harris. Continue reading →

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When Liquid Sunshine Turns to Snow

Posted on January 29, 2011 by TKGilb

Washington State is known far and wide as the “Land of Liquid Sunshine.” In other words, it rains a lot up here–especially during the winter months. But Washington also gets a good amount of snow, as all those living on the eastern side of the state can attest. Continue reading →

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Good-bye to Autumn

Posted on November 28, 2010 by TKGilb

Autumn in Coeur d’Alene Park in Spokane, WA. The sun was shining brightly that day and the leaves on the trees looked like they were on fire. Continue reading →

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C’mon In! The Water’s Fine!

Posted on July 21, 2010 by TKGilb

Spokane’s Rotary Fountain, located in downtown Riverfront Park, has 155 jets of water pumping out 3500 gallons of water per minute. No matter which way you turn, you’re sure to get wet! Continue reading →

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