Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Spokane pub at 905 N. Washington St. that helped 1,354 animals find homes will close on April 12 after a five-year run that also donated $90,000 to Spokane Humane Society + owners remain committed to supporting animals in need. The Spokesman-Review
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A rockslide is blocking traffic on US-2 near Shadow Valley in both directions from Elk. Officials are monitoring the blockage and advising drivers to take alternate routes. KHQ
- ➤ A rockslide blocked Highway 2 near Shadow Valley in Spokane County at around 10:45 a.m. — crews from the Washington Department of Transportation are on their way and drivers should expect delays. KXLY
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 26-year-old woman was arrested on March 6 on North Cedar Road near Deer Park for trying to break into two homes—she claimed she was kidnapped the day before and did not leave when residents called 911—after deputies found damage and sounds from the attic in one home. KXLY
- ➤ A Spokane man, 34-year-old Zachary Kennedy, was arrested on March 5 after deputies searched a rental home near two schools on North Perry Street and found a lab extracting DMT, a psilocybin mushroom operation, hazardous chemicals, and four firearms; he was released on his own recognizance and re-arrested on March 17 and now faces six felony charges including drug manufacturing and hazardous waste violations. KHQ
- ➤ A Spokane jury convicted Gunnar Doughty, a felon with five convictions, of second-degree murder after he shot the 30 year old Dylan McCorkle outside his home in the Logan Neighborhood last year during an argument over a girlfriend—Doughty now faces up to life in prison. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Brandon Scott forced an Alaska Airlines flight to divert to Spokane on July 5, 2023 by handing a note that said there was a bomb+ he pleaded guilty and police found no bomb+ his sentencing will be on May 21. KHQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Actor Paul Louis Lessard (King George) told KXLY that Hamilton will return to Spokane from April 8th to 20th. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Spokane clean teams are stepping up efforts to remove litter and graffiti as thousands of sports fans will soon arrive for the Pacific Northwest volleyball qualifier on March 22 and NCAA women’s basketball rounds on March 28. The crews will focus on cleaning south downtown and I-90 gateways — aiming to keep the area welcoming for the upcoming events. 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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NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament - Session 4
6-10 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Ticketed event — Witness an exciting showdown in the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
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