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Monday, March 17th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State transportation officials warn that if Spokane does not finish needed road fixes, they may close the link from Thorpe Road to U.S. 195 — a move that could disrupt traffic for the upcoming 1,000-home Victory Heights project. City leaders say the developer will help pay for repairs as work proceeds in stages through 2035, and they will discuss the issues at a hearing on Wednesday. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Spokane Chiefs lost 2-1 to the Everett Silvertips in a tight playoff-style game at the Arena as rookie goalie Carter Esler made 30 saves. With two regular season games left, head coach Brad Lauer said every game is a learning chance — a step as the team prepares for a playoff run. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga men's basketball is seeded eighth in the NCAA tournament despite a high NET ranking and will travel to Wichita on Thursday to face No+9 seeded Georgia. Coach Mark Few said the team must win in many ways as they aim to continue their streak of nine Sweet 16 appearances. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ High school winter sports all-league teams for 2024-25 were announced for basketball, wrestling, swimming and gymnastics by local officials. The awards honored top players such as Jaden Ghoreishi (boys basketball MVP) and Brynn McGaughy (girls basketball MVP) with first and second team honors chosen by the coaches. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane Velocity started its 2025 season with a 2-2 draw against One Knoxville at ONE Spokane Stadium on a gusty Sunday evening. The team led 2-0 with goals by Camron Miller and Derek Waldeck — but a last-minute equalizer left them tied as they now prepare to face expansion club Naples Saturday at 4 p.m. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane is set to host a major basketball event as the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena will hold two regionals of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament from March 28—31, where eight teams compete to reach the Final Four in Tampa. Top-seeded teams such as USC and Connecticut headline the Spokane 4 Regional as fans fill nearly sold-out seats for the Sweet Sixteen games. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Fresh snow covered the region’s ski resorts and may extend the ski season — Mount Spokane and Schweitzer got nine inches in the last 24 hours while Silver Mountain recorded a foot of powder. Lookout Pass got six inches and 49 Degrees North received seven inches, and the ski lifts remain open for visitors. KHQ
- ➤ On Sunday, the Gonzaga women's team accepted an invitation to the Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament beginning Thursday—No 4 seed Gonzaga at 22-10 will host UTSA at 26-4. Washington State at 20-13 did not receive a bid while Portland at 29-4, which shared the conference title with Gonzaga, was selected to face No 2 seed Stanford at 16-14. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane will host a series of women's and girls sports events this March and April, including volleyball, basketball and wrestling matches plus rounds of the Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament and a USA Volleyball qualifier. Fans can join the free Fan Fest Block Party in Riverfront Park on March 29th to see live competitions up close. KXLY
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Dancing with the Stars: Live! - 2025 Tour in Spokane
The live performance features stunning dance routines and entertainment from popular celebrities Stephen Nedoroscik and Chandler Kinney, bringing the excitement of the hit show to Spokane.
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Seattle Thunderbirds vs. Spokane Chiefs Hockey Game
Watch the Spokane Chiefs take on the Seattle Thunderbirds in a thrilling Western Hockey League match at the Spokane Arena.
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Spokane Velocity FC Takes on FC Naples in Professional Soccer Match
A professional soccer match featuring Spokane Velocity FC against FC Naples promises an exciting experience for local sports fans.
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PMP Certification Training: 4-Day Classroom Course in Spokane, WA
This comprehensive 32-hour interactive classroom training for the PMP certification includes PMBOK Guide 6th Edition, practical exercises, and certification assistance.
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Alton Brown: Last Bite
7:30-9 p.m. | First Interstate Center for the Arts | Tickets available | Enjoy a night filled with cooking, comedy, music, and fun science experiments with Alton Brown.
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Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live
7:30-9 p.m. — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of Sailor Moon in a dynamic live 2.5D musical performance.
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2025 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship - Spokane Regional
The Spokane Regional of the 2025 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship will take place at Spokane Arena, featuring thrilling matchups among top women's collegiate teams.
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Romeo and Juliet - Theatrical Production
Experience a live theatrical performance of 'Romeo and Juliet' at the Spokane Civic Theatre.
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Masterworks 7: Mateusz Performs Bruch's Violin Concerto
The concert features conductor James Lowe and violinist Mateusz Wolski performing Max Bruch's renowned First Violin Concerto alongside Sibelius's First Symphony and Errollyn Wallen's 'Mighty River'.
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