Monday, March 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ University High School senior Raegan Miller was crowned queen of the 2025 Royal Court on Sunday at a Spokane Lilac Festival event held at the Community College auditorium. Miller thanked her supporters and will serve as the community representative for a year while joining the Armed Forces Torchlight Parade on May 17. The Spokesman-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Seattle’s High Utilizer Initiative cut property crime by jailing repeat offenders + coordinating efforts among police, prosecutors and service providers, and Spokane officials are now reviewing similar measures with programs that focus on case management and substance abuse treatment. City leaders invested $1 million in opioid settlement funds to address recidivism and boost community safety. The Spokesman-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ferris High School junior Jessie Morozov, 16, made her debut as the seventh chair in the second violin section for the Spokane Symphony on Saturday evening at Masterworks 7 after years of private lessons and rigorous practice + performing Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 3 in G reserved for advanced violinists. She became the youngest local musician to join the professional orchestra, marking a milestone in Spokane's rich musical scene. The Spokesman-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga University’s Senior Director of Admission, Steve Keller, advised students who were admitted to pick two or three colleges and visit each campus to see which one fits best. He said that meeting with the financial aid office is an important step—this helps students learn the details of their offers before making a final decision. Gonzaga University
- ➤ The Library Foundation of Spokane County will kick off its annual Library Giving Day tomorrow — accepting donations throughout April to raise funds for the summer reading program that gives children free books and soccer game tickets when they read during the summer. Registration for the program opens on June 1, and the initiative aims to help kids reach a goal of reading at least five hours. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In a WHL playoff Game 2, the Spokane Chiefs won 7-5 over the Vancouver Giants at Langley Events Centre on Sunday—Mathis Preston scored three goals in a 33-shot second period. The Chiefs outshot the Giants 57-37 and took a 2-0 series lead heading into upcoming games in Spokane—Game 3 on Wednesday, Game 4 on Thursday, and Game 5 if needed on Saturday. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Nearly 9,300 fans watched UCLA beat LSU 72-65 in the women’s regional final held in Spokane as part of Hooptown USA, a rebranded 3-on-3 basketball event aimed at growing local sports. Coach Geno Auriemma criticized the schedule with early practices and back-to-back games while local supporters hailed the city’s basketball spirit (a common view among attendees). The Spokesman-Review
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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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Customer Appreciation Day
In-store only — Northwest Seed & Pet — 10% off regular price items — Celebrate savings with discounts for loyal customers.
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Duncan Trussell Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticketed event — Experience a night of laughs with comedian Duncan Trussell, who brings unique tales from his adventures.
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Restless Road Concert
8:00 – 11:55 PM — Knitting Factory — All Ages — Enjoy an evening of music with Restless Road and Kelsey Hart.
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The Old 97's Concert
9:00 – 10:30 PM — The District Bar — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of live music from the acclaimed band Old 97's at a local favorite venue.
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Spokane Velocity FC vs. Texoma FC Match
4-8 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Ticket sales support a cause of your choice — Experience a thrilling soccer match while contributing to a good cause.
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