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In her 10 years of reporting and writing, freelance journalist Amy Klamper has covered everything from U.S. defense spending and foreign military affairs to home remodeling and the secret to making good biscotti. Klamper got her start writing obituaries and covering community issues and education at The Arizona Republic, Phoenix’s major daily newspaper. In 1999 she moved to the nation’s capital, where she spent six years covering the defense industry and politics for major news organizations, including Gannett and National Journal. Since moving to Spokane nearly three years ago, Klamper has immersed herself in area news and events, writing frequently for local and regional publications. She is currently owner of Spokane Publishing Inc.