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Sunday, April 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Inland Empire veterans attended a resource fair at the Carl Maxey Center today where local groups offered job assistance, health services, and other vital support + community resources. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane-based nonprofit founder Jimmy Miller has helped nearly 200 Amerasians from Vietnam resettle in Spokane and will end new DNA testing after Wednesday—he will then focus on financial aid as federal cuts reduce resettlement funds—hoping to support more immigrants. The Spokesman-Review
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County deputies arrested a suspect who allegedly set fire to a Spokane Valley home—igniting a blaze that spread to nearby properties and displaced the family—after a 3 a.m. Saturday call. KHQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Valley High School will modernize its manufacturing and engineering classrooms using a $250,000 grant from the Department of Commerce to help address Spokane's trade worker shortage. The renovations—which include a new welding area meeting industry standards—will be completed by June. KXLY
- ➤ Educators wearing red gathered at Riverfront Park in Spokane during the Washington Education Association’s annual Representative Assembly to urge Governor Bob Ferguson to sign the state’s budget proposal—calling for higher pay and increased funding for special education. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Liberty Lake Police Department will soon welcome its first four-legged officer in over a decade. K9 Officer Jordan Tuttle and his partner K9 Maverick — who are completing a six-week training course in North Carolina — will join the team to help detect narcotics and track suspects while also attending community events. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cheney track runner Cameron Frenk had surgery in January to remove a benign acoustic neuroma that caused permanent hearing loss in his right ear and returned to training by mid-March after a week in the ICU and two weeks home. He recently set a personal best in the 3,200 and now aims to qualify for state next month while planning to run for Spokane Colleges this fall—he hopes the junior college route will open doors to Division I opportunities. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga is set to fill roster gaps for next season after keeping key players—Graham Ike and Braden Huff—and now pursues transfer targets including Adam Miller and Desmond Claude to rebuild its backcourt and forward depth. The school will also consider other options like Baba Miller, Andrej Stojakovic and RJ Luis Jr. to ensure a balanced lineup. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Today, Gonzaga women’s basketball announced the signing of two guards via the transfer portal. Teryn Gardner, a standout at Mead who played at Boise State, and Zeryhia Aokuso from Saint Mary’s — named West Coast Conference Freshman of the Year — are expected to boost the team’s guard depth for the upcoming season. The Spokesman-Review
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Open House Weekend 2025
On April 26th and 27th, many homes across the Inland Northwest will open their doors to the public for viewing. The Open House Weekend is in celebration of Fair Housing month, marking the 57th year of the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968.
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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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Medicare Information Session with Inland Empire Insurance
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — CHAS Parkside Medical Clinic — Free entry — Get your Medicare questions answered by a licensed broker from Inland Empire Insurance group.
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Primary Care Update 2025
7 AM - 4 PM — Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center — Ticket required — Engage with healthcare professionals at this informative conference focused on the latest in primary care.
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Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL
7:00 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets from $38 — Experience the magic of circus arts on ice with Cirque du Soleil's innovative production.
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March to the Match with The 509 Syndicate
5:00 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Join the excitement as supporters march with drums and chants to the home match.
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Spokane Velocity FC vs. Westchester SC
4-8 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Watch the live soccer action as Spokane Velocity takes on Westchester SC in a thrilling match.
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Trey Kennedy Concert in Spokane
6:30 PM — Spokane Comedy Club — $30/$40 — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Trey Kennedy as he brings his unique humor to the stage.
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Spokane Garden Expo
2-10 AM — Spokane Community College — Entry fees apply — Dive into a vibrant world of gardening with over 300 exhibitors and expert presentations.
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Mermaid Run Spokane 2025
7:30 a.m. — Riverfront Park — Registration required — Participate in a vibrant women's half marathon in the heart of Spokane.
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Josh Blue Live in Spokane
7 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Witness the sharp wit and humor of comedian Josh Blue, ex-seven-a-side-soccer paralympian on his tour.
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