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Eastern Washington University's Maxey-Johnson won the defensive player of the week award after a strong performance in his team's game (university officials confirmed his standout play) and is set to be recognized in upcoming contests.

Spokane Youth Sports Association is restarting its NHL Street Hockey Academy for third- to sixth-graders with sessions starting Nov.

7 at the Warehouse on Hamilton. Registration closes Oct. 15 and financial aid is available for the fee ($105).

Spokane Community College’s Architecture program, led by David Edwards, uses a hands-on teaching style that mirrors real-world design work – students use software like Revit and AutoCAD while solving practical challenges to prepare for careers in architecture and construction.

Finch Arboretum held its 2nd Annual Tree Trot this past weekend, raising over $4,000 for a willow tree playground project with nearly 150 participants and full sponsorship that covered all event costs; top finishers in each race were recognized.

Local photographers are documenting fire victims amid recovery from recent fires in Spokane; their work aims to raise awareness and spur support for those affected.

Superintendent Chris Reykdal said the new federal scholarship tax credit program does not give the state enough oversight and may shift public funds to private schools, while Gov. Bob Ferguson is reviewing the rules (expected decision by 2027).

Mark Twigg and his wife opened Twiggy’s Fish and Chips in West Central Spokane on the corner of Ash and Maxwell.

The chippy serves authentic fare with Pacific cod, homemade chips, and traditional sides (including mushy peas and a special tartar sauce) for both take-out and dine-in.

Spokane Community Volunteering is cleaning downtown public spaces during Fall Clean Week to ready the area for a busy event season.

The effort began with Sidewalk Sweep Day and will continue with Alley Day today + planter prep Wednesday, tree lighting Thursday and a dog park refresh Friday.