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More than 7,400 acres near Mount Spokane is now under a permanent conservation easement that waives fees for non motorized use.

The move is part of the second phase of the Spirit of Mount Spokane Forest Legacy Project, funded by a Forest Service grant (about $2.88 million).

Wendy’s released an emo album, Songs to Listen to in a Wendy’s Parking Lot, on Sept.

23 featuring Spokane native Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire and Anberlin. The artist flew from the East Coast to record his track in LA and continues to tie his music roots to Spokane.

South Perry Street Fair returns for its 24th year today with free family-friendly activities from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the South Perry District, featuring 130 artisan booths, live music and dance, and historic walking tours that benefit local neighborhood projects — courtesy of South Perry Together.

Mayor Lisa Brown ordered city flags lowered following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive to honor former legislator Mike Cooper, a firefighter and first responder advocate.

The flags will remain at half-staff until 6 p.m. today or until Monday morning.

Eastern Washington's offense aims to control the line of scrimmage as they face Cal Poly Mustangs at 4 p.m. today at Roos Field in Cheney.

The Eagles plan to widen running lanes and limit Cal Poly's key playmakers to improve their Big Sky play.

Camp Sekani trails and disc golf course re-open today after hazard tree removals by DNR and the Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry team, with volunteer repairs from Evergreen East — construction on the parking lot continues, so visitors should use alternate parking at Boulder Beach, John Sheilds Park, or Minnehaha Park.

Valleyfest Community Celebration is coming to Spokane Valley this weekend, as confirmed by director Peggy Doering in an interview with 4 News Now.

The event will offer local festivities and family fun for residents.

Spokane County records show several local couples have recently obtained marriage licenses in Spokane Valley, Spokane, Springdale, and Deer Park.

The records mark new beginnings for families across the area.