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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends of the Library will hold its annual book sale at Shadle Park Library on April 25 and 26 — members will have early access on April 24 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Gently used books will be sold for as little as $1 with bag and box deals available, and all funds will support library programs. KXLY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A teen hiker was rescued Monday at 7 p.m. after being trapped on a ledge about 300 feet off the ground near the Painted Rocks Trailhead in Little Spokane Natural Area—drone footage shared by Spokane County Fire captured the rescue. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Suzanne Ostersmith marked 25 years at Gonzaga by building the dance program from a small elective to a full major and will retire in May. Her work spanned professional theater and community events—such as Dance for Parkinson’s—bringing new ideas to students and audiences in Spokane. Gonzaga University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Spokane can begin applying online for free public preschool programs next week. Lawmakers debate proposals that may cut Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs and parents in rural areas like Mead and Nine Mile Falls warn the cuts could worsen the childcare crisis. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane took steps to enhance downtown safety with a new traffic plan that added more officers focused on speeding and DUI enforcement — and a proposal to restrict right turns on red lights to lower traffic fatalities and injuries. KHQ
- ➤ The Dwight Merkel Sports Complex is set to receive its first AED from Project 100 on Saturday, April 19 at 11 a.m. — a move designed to boost safety during tournaments and rec play — and city officials say the unit, housed in a SaveStation cabinet with a built-in alarm, camera, and 24/7 monitoring, will be ready for use at all times. City of Spokane
- ➤ Washington Attorney General Nick Brown said in his Monday letter to the House Judiciary Committee that allegations of state interference with federal immigration enforcement are plainly wrong. He wrote that the Keep Washington Working Act does not stop law enforcement from following federal law—documents and materials will be shared as soon as possible. The Spokesman-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spokane's Dwight Merkel Sports Complex will receive its first automated external defibrillator courtesy of Project 100 on Saturday during an 11:00 a.m. ceremony before tournaments and recreational play begin. Project 100 and Spokane Parks plan to equip all city sports venues with AEDs — aquatic centers, golf courses, and parks already have them installed. KHQ
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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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Easter Brunch on the River
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Ruby River Hotel Spokane — Ticket required — Experience a delightful Easter feast with scenic river views and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny.
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G-Eazy Concert in Spokane
8-10 p.m. — Knitting Factory — All Ages — Experience G-Eazy on his Helium Tour with a night of hits and energy.
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Medicare Consultation with Inland Empire Insurance
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — CHAS Parkside Medical Clinic — Free consultations — Get your Medicare questions answered by licensed brokers.
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Shuttlebirds Workshop: A Twisted Picot
2 PM – 3 PM — Quality Inn Oakwood — Not specified — Experience innovative lacemaking with A Twisted Picot and special vending by Laura and Lauren.
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Best 80's Party Ever
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bing Crosby Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live performances of your favorite '80s hits from Nite Wave, who opened for Billy Idol!
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Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC
2:00 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Catch the excitement of live soccer as Spokane Zephyr FC takes on Tampa Bay Sun FC.
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Jeremy Piven Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with the acclaimed actor and comedian known for his role in Entourage.
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Bruce Cockburn Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience the introspective sounds of legendary Canadian musician Bruce Cockburn as he explores themes of mortality and kindness.
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