Friday, February 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane County Sheriff's Office warns of increased tax scams during tax season, advising verification of IRS contacts and reporting suspicious activities. KXLY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane launches a new Climate Vulnerability Index to identify and address areas at higher risk from climate hazards, enhancing community resilience and planning. City of Spokane
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Swift fans in Spokane can buy vanity phone numbers, including one with the area code spelling 'SWIFTIE' for $5,700, as part of a collection by 'Swiftie Phone Numbers.' KHQ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Whitworth men's basketball team, with a regular season record of 22-3, enters the Northwest Conference tournament as the top seed, aiming for a fourth consecutive title. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Local college basketball teams are gearing up for crucial games as their regular seasons end, with matchups set to impact NCAA tournament hopes and seedings. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ A national tennis organization plans to build a year-round tennis facility at Shadle Park in Spokane to increase sport participation and community health, in partnership with local schools and the city. KXLY
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Tarzan - The Musical in Spokane
Experience the live performance of Tarzan The Stage Musical at the Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane.
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Stand-Up Comedy by Ben Bailey in Spokane
Comedian Ben Bailey, known for his role in 'Cash Cab', will perform a live stand-up show at the Spokane Comedy Club.
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Styx Concert in Spokane
Experience a live performance by Styx at the First Interstate Center for the Arts in Spokane.
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Rene Vaca Live Comedy Show
Experience a live performance by comedian Rene Vaca at the Spokane Comedy Club.
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Custer's 48th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Show
The Spring Arts & Crafts Show in Spokane features over 250 artisans showcasing and selling fine art, crafts, and specialty foods.
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Rene Vaca Live Comedy Performance
Comedian Rene Vaca will perform live at the Spokane Comedy Club.
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40th Anniversary Screening of Vision Quest
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the classic 80s film 'Vision Quest' with a special screening featuring a Q&A session with Matthew Modine and Coach Cash Stone.
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Pokey LaFarge Live Performance
Pokey LaFarge will perform songs from his latest album, Rock Bottom Rhapsody, at The District Bar in Spokane.
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Heart Concert at Spokane Arena
Heart will perform live at the Spokane Arena with tickets ranging from $65 to $179.50.
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Spokane Chiefs Host Everett Silvertips in Exciting Hockey Matchup
Watch the Spokane Chiefs face off against the Everett Silvertips at the Spokane Arena in a thrilling WHL hockey game.
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