Gonzaga commit Wicks was granted an extra year of eligibility (confirmed by the athletic department), giving him more time to develop his game with the team.
Governor Ferguson expanded wildfire relief today by amending an emergency proclamation to waive state laws for residents and businesses affected by fires in eastern Washington.
Multiple agencies issued air quality alerts for counties such as Adams, Asotin, and Chelan to warn people to reduce outdoor exposure.
Residents returning home after the Upriver Fire are urged to wear PPE during cleanup.
An Air Quality Alert is in effect in Spokane and several counties due to smoke from regional fires, so residents should reduce outdoor activity.
Community leaders met Monday night at the Union Event Center in Mead to lay out recovery steps after the Fairview Fire.
They advised residents to work with insurance companies instead of expecting full federal aid and announced more meetings to answer further questions.
VFW 51 has launched a relief effort to collect clothing, toiletries, and food for victims of the Spokane Complex Fire.
The group (led by Junior Vice Commander Mikal Browell) will distribute donations throughout Spokane in the coming days.
Shadle Park HS Resource Center now provides business attire to help local community members prepare for job interviews + workplace needs.
The service is available during regular center hours.
Todd Myers (vice president for research at the Washington Policy Center) urges Spokane leaders to remove regulatory barriers and speed up rebuilding after wildland fire losses so that families can return home.
He warns that costly mandates may delay recovery and prolong the hardship of affected homeowners.
Local officials met with fire victims today in Spokane to discuss recovery plans and coordinate support services.
Further details on assistance programs and follow-up meetings will be shared soon.
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