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Women of the Year 2024

Every year, in conjunction with Bank of America, The Spokesman-Review honors women from across Eastern Washington and North Idaho as the Inland Northwest Women of the Year. In this section, we tell their stories and the achievements they’ve accomplished. We share their commitment to making our hometowns better tomorrow than they are today and how they truly inspire and make a difference.

  • Brooke Wood

    Brooke Wood saved Lake City Playhouse. She also saved a safe space for Coeur d'Alene kids.
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  • Susan McDonald Osborn

    Filling needs through Spokane's Helper Network
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  • Marlene Murphy Sullivan

    Taking a behind-the-scenes roles that help others shine
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  • Margo Hill

    An advocate for Native communities and the Spokane River
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  • Barbara Miller

    Advocating for a Silver Valley community poisoned by mining operations
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  • Mary Stamp

    Spreading words of faith through the Fig Tree
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  • April Eberhardt

    Shadle Park counselor ensures kids have "the respect of being listened to"
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  • Amy Knapton Vega

    Fighting for children in need
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