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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane offers 10 events under $10 starting tomorrow through Sunday. Options include a Saturday mending circle at Art Salvage, a virtual chat with Dean Koontz at Bing Theater on Saturday, a songwriting session at Central Library, and a boat show at the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ At Spokane Homeless Connect on Wed, Jan. 28, nearly 1,900 guests visited the Convention Center for free legal, housing and medical aid while about 300 received haircuts from SCC cosmetology students and volunteers - offering practical support for locals facing challenges. The Spokesman-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon announced Wednesday that it planned to lay off about 16,000 employees nationwide, with 401 affected in Washington mainly in retail roles — Expedia issued a WARN notice affecting 162 corporate workers in the state. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lake City Playhouse's musical 'Alice by Heart' blends whimsy with historic wartime reality as it opens Friday and runs through Feb. 15. The production uses creative set designs, music and costumes to reimagine the classic tale of Alice in Wonderland. The Spokesman-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane-based AquiPor is testing porous concrete that filters runoff contaminants and reduces flooding at pilot sites sponsored by the Washington Department of Ecology. Ongoing tests with Evergreen StormH20 suggest the material may remain effective up to five years before maintenance is needed plus durability in harsh winters is evaluated. Inlander
- ➤ Washington lawmakers are considering a Senate Bill that would end plastic bag use on Jan. 1, 2028 while the Ecology Department invites K–12 students to submit drawings for an Earth Day coloring book and accepts applications for Spokane River Toxics Reduction Grants by Feb. 24. Inlander
- ➤ Two moose calves were seen near the dog park behind Galena Apartments in Airway Heights today and officials advise the public to keep a safe distance. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife will relocate the animals if they remain after 24 hours. KXLY
- ➤ Animal control rescued a deer from a frozen lake today and moved it to a local wildlife center for care. Officials say the effort is part of ongoing work to protect local animals. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Healthcare workers marched Wednesday from Riverfront Park to the courthouse to honor ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by Border Patrol agents, and they called for accountability with a moment of silence at the rally. KXLY
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AJ Wilkerson Live Stand-Up Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with AJ Wilkerson, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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AJ Wilkerson Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the hilarious antics of AJ Wilkerson, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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2026 Riverfront Invitational & Multis
12 PM – 4 PM — The Podium — Cost not listed — Compete or cheer on athletes at this exciting multi-day track event in Spokane.
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Preacher Lawson Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with America's Got Talent finalist Preacher Lawson.
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The Expendables Concert
7-10 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Ticket details available — Experience the thrilling sounds of The Expendables live in Spokane.
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Spokane String Quartet Concert
3-5 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance featuring the works of Haydn, Bartok, and Schumann on a journey through musical change.
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Chris Franjola Live Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious evening with Chris Franjola, a seasoned comedian and podcast host.
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Chris Franjola Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Chris Franjola, known for his engaging storytelling and sharp wit.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection — Tickets required — Experience classic rock hits by Queen and ABBA illuminated by candlelight.
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Comedy Death Match Competition
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Witness local comics battle for the $100 prize with their best material.
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