SPOKANE, Wash. – Igor Yorke, a Ukrainian refugee, chose to open his second Spokane business off of Grand Boulevard because he thinks this part of the South Hill is beautiful.
“I like this location,” Igor said. “I like this area. I like this beautiful church (across the street). Good (all) around.”
Since Sweet Tooth opened its doors in October of 2025, Igor said they’re continuing to see new faces pop in to try their donuts and coffee. Now, he’s worried plans to transform Grand Boulevard may scare some of those new and returning customers away.
“It’s a little bit of a shock for me,” Igor said as NonStop Local showed him the city’s plans for Grand Boulevard. “Any construction is a problem for business.”…