Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Promise of Spokane rehoused 805 people from 235 families last year—using a scattered-site model for person-centered services across Spokane County—marking an unprecedented achievement for the nonprofit. KXLY
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police found the abducted 8-year-old girl at STA Plaza in downtown Spokane after her father—Reginald Kinsey—took her Tuesday evening, and he was arrested for kidnapping and violating a protection order. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction crews repaired a sewer main break that caused sewage to back up into the road over the weekend near Barnes Road in Spokane. Northbound Wall Street remains closed while southbound traffic is reduced to one lane with detours in place—the road is expected to reopen fully today. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane City Council member Lili Navarrete announced she will not run for reelection in District 2 due to health concerns—she said she will support the candidates running in the district. KHQ
- ➤ The City Council approved an interim zoning ordinance that eliminates building height limits in downtown Spokane. The ordinance took effect immediately and will remain until September 24—city officials will study development potential as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. City of Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma questioned Spokane as a host for NCAA March Madness games—saying there are not enough hotels—while local groups and city crews are cleaning downtown and securing quality lodging for teams playing at Spokane Arena starting Friday. University spokesman Jerek Wolcott said teams will have comfortable accommodations and easy transit access to enjoy the event. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Paige Bueckers returns to Spokane this weekend as her UConn Huskies will face Oklahoma at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena—she last played at Hoopfest seven years ago when she led a high school team to a win at Center Court. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ USC women's basketball star JuJu Watkins tore her right ACL on Monday night in a Sweet Sixteen win over Mississippi State—ending her season. Her injury will affect upcoming games and local sports news also reports that Colorado State coach Niko Medved accepted a job with Minnesota. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Comedy Night with That One Mailman
7-8:30 p.m. | Spokane Comedy Club | $25/$35 | Experience the hilarious stories and engaging presence of Sean Fogelson, the TikTok sensation bringing laughter live on stage.
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Spokane Chiefs Playoff Game 3
7:05 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets start at $16 — Cheer on the Spokane Chiefs as they battle for victory in the WHL playoffs.
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SoDown Live Performance at Riverside Place
8-11 p.m. — Riverside Place — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of SoDown, a rising star in the dance music scene.
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Spokane Velocity FC vs. Portland Hearts of Pine
6-10 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer for Spokane Velocity FC as they take on the Portland Hearts of Pine in an exciting match.
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ACTORS Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — The Big Dipper — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the darkwave sounds of ACTORS alongside Soft Vein, The NightCry, and Blunt Skulls.
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