Good morning, Spokane.

The Ruby River Hotel proposed a 2,200 sqft dock on the Spokane River east of Division to improve safety for kayakers and canoers for $425,000; a City Hall meeting on Feb.

26 at 9 a.m. (comments due by Feb. 23) will review the project, which may debut this summer.

Dr. James Record, dean of WSU medical school, announced his plan to step down and return to a faculty role in the Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences; he will serve until a successor is named with support from WSU's executive vice president.

Eastern Washington University received a $1 million grant from Delta Dental to boost its dental hygiene program in Spokane.

The funds will support a new master's degree in dental therapy & a 46-chair clinic on the Health Peninsula campus with the program moving there in late 2026.

KXLY reports Spokane Police’s dialogue team is in high demand as community members turn to it for guidance — the team is managing more inquiries to foster local engagement.

Veterans at Spokane Veterans Home face crowded living conditions and will get more space when plans for a new 120-bed facility move forward.

Washington officials have secured a 41.5-acre site and are seeking funding from the Legislature and Governor—with an estimated $157 million overall cost—to start construction soon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jack the Whipper Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a hilarious mix of circus and standup comedy by Guinness World Record-holder Jacques ze Whipper.