Tuesday, January 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A community resource fair in Spokane, organized in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., provided attendees with access to real estate, healthcare, and educational resources to promote community building and equality. KXLY
- ➤ Hundreds commemorated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a unity rally and march in downtown Spokane, emphasizing the importance of his message of racial equality and love. KXLY
- ➤ The late Rev. Percy 'Happy' Watkins, a key figure in Spokane's civil rights movements, was commemorated during the city's MLK Day celebration, marking the first such event since his passing. The Spokesman-Review
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CRIME NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Kyiv Ballet will perform Swan Lake in Spokane on April 26, with tickets available from February 3. KHQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Following recent losses, Gonzaga basketball dropped out of the Top 25 and to No. 19 in the NET rankings, with CBS Sports projecting them as a No. 9 seed amid discussions on their defense and performance improvement strategies. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga drops out of the AP Top 25 rankings following consecutive losses to Oregon State and Santa Clara, marking their second exclusion since 2016. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Second Annual Member Appreciation Event
The Friends of the Bluff will host a gathering featuring pizza, dessert, and refreshments, along with presentations highlighting their work and local natural history.
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Trivia Night at 24 Taps Burgers & Brews
Game Night Live hosts a trivia night at 24 Taps Burgers & Brews in Spokane, featuring engaging trivia and music bingo for participants.
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Spokane Boat Show 2025
This event showcases the latest boats and boating accessories with dealers from the Inland Northwest at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center.
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Dave Long Live Performance
Experience a live performance by Dave Long at ZOLA in Spokane, featuring an engaging atmosphere and local music.
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Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Experience the art of Van Gogh in an immersive exhibition at the Exhibition Hub Spokane Art Center.
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