State officials confirmed the emerald ash borer in southern Washington after two drivers spotted the insect on their windshield early August.
The department imposed a firewood quarantine + launched online resources to slow the spread of the pest that threatens ash trees statewide.
Local organizers have set up a sports equipment drive to help children who lost their belongings in the recent Spokane fires.
Donations of gently used gear are welcome from neighbors throughout the community.
EPA officials are in Spokane today to evaluate areas burned by recent wildfires; they will conduct tests to assess local air and water safety.
The Boulevard Race will take place Sunday, Sept.
20 in Spokane’s University District and now costs $25 following recent fires. The race offers new shirts, a poster highlighting Spokane, free doughnuts and fun themed zones (sponsored by local organizers) while benefiting the Community Cancer Fund.
The Spokane County Master Gardener Foundation is holding its annual bulb sale now through Sept.
18, offering over 50 unique varieties to brighten spring blooms. Orders are online and bulbs will be ready for pickup Oct. 17 at the WSU Spokane County Extension Office (222 N. Havana St.).
Greater Spokane Churches is launching a Disaster Assistance Center at Family of Faith Community Church, 1504 W.
Grace Ave to support fire survivors with trained volunteers offering emotional backup, emergency financial help, and spiritual support from today through Tuesday, Aug. 25 (registration with ID and a recent bill is required).
More than 700 families affected by wildfires can apply for financial help from American Red Cross, Washington Emergency Management Division, and Tzu Chi.
Red Cross accepts applications until Aug. 30 and Tzu Chi volunteers will assist with registration at Shadle Park High School on Aug. 22 and 23.
A wildland fire called Spring Creek Fire burned 8 acres northwest of Airway Heights and led officials to issue a Level 3 evacuation order that was later downgraded to Level 2, according to SREC; the evacuation zone covers roads from West Euclid Road to North Wood Road.
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