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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ USA Today named Spokane's Centennial Trail and Riverfront Park among the nation's top-10 destinations—recognized in two categories—for 2025. KHQ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcyclist was critically injured in a crash near Marshall on Sunday morning when he hit a pickup truck towing a utility trailer on South Cheney Spokane Road—police said the pickup driver, who remained at the scene, was later cited for driving while suspended and other violations as the investigation continues. KHQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Tribal Police are searching for a 31-year-old Indigenous man, Cody Burris also known as Bigsmoke, who was last seen April 19 near East Sixth Avenue and Connie Avenue in Spokane—he is 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighs 170 pounds, has a red handprint tattoo below his left eye and music notes above his right eyebrow, and anyone with tips should call Spokane Crime Check at 509-456-2233 referencing case number 2025-20081553. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Valley Police Department deputies arrested a man accused of setting a house on fire near 4th Avenue and Coleman Road at around 3 a.m. on April 26, and fire crews quickly knocked down the blaze while investigating other fires that damaged nearby properties before booking him into Spokane County Jail. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ USA Today named Spokane’s Centennial Trail as the third-best recreational trail and Riverfront Park as the eighth-best riverwalk for 2025 in its Readers’ Choice Awards plus selections were made by both editors and readers. The trail winds through eastern Washington while the park, converted from an old railway yard, offers ice skating, rides and play areas although some sites close in winter. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maddie's Place, a local nursery caring for babies born addicted to drugs, will remain open after the state legislature approved $2M from the Opioid Abatement Fund. The House passed the proposed budget on Sunday and the Senate is expected to vote later before Governor Ferguson approves it, with funding arriving on July 1. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mount Spokane softball stayed unbeaten after a 10-0 win over Mead on Thursday, with junior pitcher Addison Jay throwing a complete game that allowed only three hits and 10 strikeouts. Coach Carl Adams said the strong start and team depth give the Wildcats extra confidence as they prepare for tougher games later this season. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane scored two early goals to give Velocity a 2–1 win over Oakland Roots in the USL Jagermeister Cup at ONE Spokane Stadium on Sunday—The defense limited Oakland to four second-half shots and the team will resume League One play against Westchester on Sunday at 4 p.m. before facing Monterey Bay on May 28 at 7 p.m. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Rocky Mountain Rodeo Challenge
May 16-17 — Spokane Arena — Attendance Fee Required — Experience the thrill of world champion cowboys and cowgirls at the premier rodeo event.
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