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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Spokane will hold a free Climate Planning Community Workshop on Earth Day at West Central Community Center (1603 N Belt Street) to gather community ideas for the PlanSpokane 2046 update. The family-friendly event will occur from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22 and will let participants visit stations and enter a raffle for prizes. City of Spokane
- ➤ Monday was the last chance to register for Bloomsday at the discounted rate of $28—after today the fee increases to $35, and the 12K race is set for Sunday, May 4. KHQ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi-truck rolled over on westbound I-90 near the Broadway exit at milepost 286 in Spokane Valley just before 3 a.m. Monday and leaked diesel fuel while emergency crews from Washington State Patrol—Spokane County Sheriff's Office—Spokane Valley Fire—and the Department of Ecology responded; no one was injured. KXLY
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Police are asking for help from the public to identify a witness to a fatal crash at Market and Francis where a young man died in a collision on March 28th just after 3:30 p.m.—the investigation noted surveillance footage of a dark Ford extended cab pickup truck from the late 90s or early 2000s with a light stripe along the bottom. City of Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga is expanding its research and creative inquiry projects with support from private and community foundation gifts. The university will fund 10 students in the new GRO-MECS program for six to 10 weeks and host workshops (covering topics such as safety risks for seniors and climate resilience) to boost academic inquiry. Gonzaga University
- ➤ Gonzaga students Sophie Kuhn and Matt Braatz helped residents at Gonzaga Family Haven (an affordable housing complex for formerly houseless families) overcome high school challenges by tutoring and mentoring them, which helped Jacob Mitchell graduate and encouraged more than 300 Prep students and volunteers to support the effort. Their work builds a program that bridges home and school while breaking the cycle of poverty. Gonzaga University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are debating ways to close a big budget gap and may cut funds for programs that help people without homes—money for the Encampment Resolution Program will drop from $70 million to $45 million a year for the next two years. Local leaders in Spokane warn that the funding change may slow work to help people move off the streets and into housing. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lookout Pass ski resort offers free skiing today when guests show a voucher so they can enjoy fresh mountain snow in spring. The resort’s press release used an April Fools twist to announce the offer (voucher required). KXLY
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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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AESD 2025 Annual Conference
April 16-18 — The Centennial Hotel — Registration details on the event page — A premier gathering for educational service districts to connect and collaborate.
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