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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash blocked the left lane of I-90 eastbound near Hamilton Street in Spokane on Friday around 5 p.m.—drivers were advised to consider alternate routes. KXLY
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Steven P. White, 46, was sentenced to 30 years in prison and 3 years of community custody after fatally stabbing 44-year-old Shan Anderson in an unprovoked downtown attack before 1:00 a.m. on August 27—Anderson’s body was later located near Wall St. and W. Railroad Ave. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga University received a second $5 million gift from Terry and Patt Payne to support scholarships and services for low income undergraduates from Montana, Idaho, Washington and Oregon (the donation honors President Thayne McCulloh's leadership as he ends his 16 year term in July). A portion of the gift will also help Native American student programs to strengthen campus support. Gonzaga University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Track Academy in Spokane will hand out 1,000 free tree seedlings on April 19 for its 5th annual Tree Hero event. The school will set up stations to teach about the environment + offer food, music and carnival-like activities during the morning. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Spokane has joined BlueSky — a social media platform that lets people share short posts, images, and videos. Residents are invited to follow the city and Mayor Lisa Brown on BlueSky while the city will still use its other channels for updates. KXLY
- ➤ The City of Spokane joined BlueSky on April 4th at 10:02 a.m. to boost communication with residents and share news via short posts, images, and videos — residents are advised to follow the official city and Mayor Lisa Brown's accounts. City of Spokane
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Washington State University developed an AI tool to identify animals that may harbor dangerous viruses—this model uses both animal traits and virus genetics to flag outbreak hotspots in Southeast Asia, equatorial Africa, and the Amazon and will help guide future wildlife monitoring. KHQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After years of work to meet MLB rules, the Spokane Indians completed key upgrades to the 67-year-old Avista Stadium that include a new playing field, expanded dugouts and a modern indoor facility—improving safety and performance. Contractors started installing a 30-foot video board on Wednesday and expect to finish it by June to boost the fan experience. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Justyn Priest Live Performance
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Steam Plant Restaurant & Brew Pub — Cost info not specified — Enjoy an evening of music from one of the region's premier singer-songwriters.
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Tower of Power Concert in Spokane
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Fox Theater — VIP packages available — Experience an unforgettable night of funk and soul with Tower of Power, a band with over 50 years of musical legacy.
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NPC Classic Finals
4-7 p.m. — Spokane Convention Center — Ticket required — Witness the top amateur athletes compete in bodybuilding and fitness categories.
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