Family Home Care, 22820 E. Appleway, was recently named one of the 100 best companies to work for in 2015 by Seattle Business magazine. 

It is the fourth time the provider of in-home private care to Inland Empire families has been recognized. A press release said that FHC was one of only two companies recognized from Eastern Washington this year and the only employer from the greater Spokane area who achieved this designation.  

Established in 1966, Family Home Care has over 200 employees who serve hundreds of clients in Spokane, Whitman and Asotin counties in Washington as well as Kootenai, Latah and Nez Perce counties in Idaho. For more, visit www.FHCcares.com.    

Pioneer School recently announced the hire of Liberty Lake resident Ann Tichy as a second grade teacher for the 2015-2016 school year. Tichy taught at Liberty Lake Elementary School until retirement and also has participated in international teaching.  

"We look forward to having Ann join the Pioneer staff, as she brings us 42 years of teaching experience," said Betty Burley-Wolf, Pioneer School director. "She is a master at differentiating curriculum and will share her world travels with her students, as well as her lifelong love of learning."

Pioneer School is a non-profit educational organization in Spokane Valley that serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade. For more, visit www.pioneerschool.com.  

 

 

Physzique is holding its first Athletics Training Day at all studios to challenge the physical limits of their athletes and provide them opportunity to earn athletic bands. The Liberty Lake studio, located at 1611 N. Molter Road, will be holding its testing 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 1.

According to a press release, the testing involves a series of fast-paced, full-body exercises utilizing body weight movement, weight training and plyometric exercises. Participants must be active members of Physzique. Individuals who pass will receive a completion band and eligibility to participate in an upcoming competitive event.

Donations for 2nd Harvest Food Bank will also be accepted during the event. The public is invited to watch and/or bring a food donation. For more, call 999-6680.