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Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane kids of various ages entered art in the annual Valentine’s Day coloring contest, with winners including 3-year-olds Ophelia Egly and Hannah Mathison and 11-year-old Ariana Christmann. Their works are now on display at Mobius Discovery Center at 331 N. Post St + an Easter egg contest is upcoming. The Spokesman-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 3, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council held a public hearing in Spokane to review its draft Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program, which calls for increased spill at four lower Snake River dams plus habitat restoration to improve salmon runs, and public comments are accepted online until March 2. Inlander
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers advanced a bill Monday to provide community college students with free or reduced public transit fares by establishing a $324,000 annual grant program through the state Department of Transportation & aiming to ease access for nearly 23,000 students including those in Spokane. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Lawmakers declined to schedule a vote on a bill to fund public media, leaving stations like KSPS to cope with lost federal funding and staff cuts. Public media leaders plan to revisit funding efforts in the next session. Inlander
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gardening season in Spokane starts mid-February when residents should begin indoor seed starting for vegetables to be transplanted mid-April. Home gardeners may consider leafy greens (lettuce, kale, spinach) and root crops, with Patterson onions offering good flavor for long storage. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga and Purdue will meet on Nov. 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as part of a doubleheader with Arizona and UCLA. This game will mark the Zags' fourth matchup with Purdue, with the Boilermakers winning the previous contests. KXLY
- ➤ Olympic bobsled tryouts will soon take place in Spokane to give local athletes a chance to test their speed and skill. More details on the event's timing and location are expected to be announced. KXLY
- ➤ Washington State’s new Pac-12 schedule features a season opener against Washington on Sept. 5 in a road clash, a home game versus Boise State, and seven conference games under head coach Kirby Moore’s debut season — the FLEX game on Nov. 28 may shift based on playoff eligibility. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Honor Flight Gala and Casino Night
6-9 p.m. — The Centennial Hotel — $125 per person — Experience an evening of dining, dancing, and casino games while supporting local veterans.
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DJ Dan Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The District Bar — $22 presale — Dance the night away with legendary house DJ Dan and local talent at Spokane's intimate house music event.
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Grand Lunar New Year Celebration
1-7 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Free entry — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with vibrant performances, cultural activities, and delicious food for all ages.
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Ian Munsick Concert
7-9 p.m. — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with Ian Munsick and Jake Worthington in Spokane.
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The Unteachables Comedy Tour
7-10 p.m. — SPOKANE COMEDY CLUB — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of hilarity with a group of educators turned comedians sharing their school experiences.
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Champions - A Celebration of Queen
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy tribute to Queen with powerful harmonies and iconic hits.
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BRRC St. Paddy’s Five Miler
9 AM – 1 PM — Spokane Community College — Registration required — Experience the thrill of racing with a festive St. Patrick's Day theme at this beloved local event.
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