Wednesday, January 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County issues numerous marriage licenses and various courts proceed with civil lawsuits, including restitution of premises cases, and handle criminal cases involving controlled substance possession. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ A foundation established post-Uvalde school shooting has proposed Spokane among various cities for a school shooting memorial featuring local art, part of a national tribute to students lost since 1999. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane is seeking input from residents for a vision board to guide future city planning towards resilience, connectivity, and livability. KHQ
- ➤ A public workshop on Jan. 23 will showcase concept designs for the Pacific Avenue Greenway project, enhancing connectivity between downtown and the University District. City of Spokane
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gloria Endress, accused of stabbing a Spokane County deputy, has been declared competent for her March trial after a September competency evaluation. KHQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane-Coeur d'Alene aerospace tech hub gets $48 million in federal funding to become a leader in advanced aerospace materials manufacturing. Spokane University District
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vanessa Waldref, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, will resign at the end of January, succeeded by Richard Barker in adherence to the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. KHQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WIAA extends its state wrestling tournament, Mat Classic, to three days and modifies its structure due to rising popularity and logistical considerations. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Local Organizing Committee partners with nine locations across Washington for fan zones, enhancing statewide participation and excitement for the 2026 event. City of Spokane
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Aaron Lewis Concert
Aaron Lewis will perform live at the First Interstate Center for the Arts in Spokane.
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Kerry King with Guests Municipal Waste & Alien Weaponry
Kerry King, the former guitarist of Slayer, will perform at Spokane Live, debuting tracks from his solo album 'From Hell I Rise' alongside Municipal Waste and Alien Weaponry.
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Trae Crowder Live at Spokane Comedy Club
Comedian Trae Crowder will perform live at the Spokane Comedy Club, with a portion of ticket sales going to charitable causes of the buyers' choice.
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Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Spokane
This is a unique art experience featuring immersive projects based on the works of Vincent van Gogh, taking place at the Exhibition Hub Spokane Art Center.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
The event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, featuring a giveaway and early store opening at the NorthTown Mall.
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Trivia Night at 24 Taps Burgers & Brews
This event features trivia games hosted by Game Night Live at a popular local venue, inviting participants for an enjoyable evening of competition and socializing.
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Mike Sherm Concert in Spokane
Mike Sherm will perform live at the Knitting Factory in Spokane.
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Shwayze Live Concert
Shwayze will be performing live at The District Bar in Spokane.
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Medal Madness: Multi-Distance Running Event
The Medal Madness event features races of various distances including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and a Half Marathon, all starting at Liberty Park with themed medals awarded to finishers.
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Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Spokane
This event features an immersive exhibition showcasing the artwork of Vincent Van Gogh at the Exhibition Hub Spokane Art Center.
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