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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local groups and SafeKids Spokane will team up for a car seat check-up on May 17 at Spokane Valley Fire Station 3 located at 21300 E. Country Vista Dr. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—certified technicians will inspect car seats for proper fit and safety while offering limited replacement seats for eligible children. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane’s Catholics gathered at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes on Wednesday to celebrate Cardinal Robert Prevost’s election as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in 2,000 years. The new pontiff delivered his initial message of peace which resonated with local church leaders—fostering hope for the future. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Police arrested Jessie R. Green, 34, on first degree arson charges after a fire ignited Wednesday in the 500 block of East North Avenue, and officials determined the blaze — which damaged a shed, tree and fence — was set intentionally. KHQ
- ➤ The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington charged 21 individuals after a seven-month federal investigation into drug trafficking & violent crime in Spokane and seized more than 14 pounds of methamphetamine, 1 kilogram of heroin, 16,000 fentanyl pills, 5.5 pounds of fentanyl powder and 36 firearms; arraignments are set for today at the Spokane Federal Courthouse. KHQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 4th Annual Asian Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Festival will take place this weekend at Riverfront Park, featuring food trucks, over 120 vendors, live performances, cultural displays, and educational activities. The event will also offer a luau and fire-knife show Saturday from 5 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. along with parenting and community safety resources, and admission is free. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Gonzaga University began upgrading campus learning spaces to support new biomedical research and informatics programs. Demolition work has started at two campus buildings (Bollier Center and Herak Center) and the projects are expected to be finished by the next school year. Spokane University District
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal grants totaling $66,758,406 from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will fund terminal upgrades at 12 Washington airports—Spokane International will receive $6.5 million for new gates and passenger areas while Tri-Cities is set to get $7.3 million to update its aging terminal, according to Senator Cantwell. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Valley City Council is considering a stricter drug ordinance to protect children from fentanyl exposure+police recommend increasing penalties to a gross misdemeanor after reports of very young children unintentionally ingesting the drug. Council members will revisit the proposal in a future meeting. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 13, a 12-year-old girl in Spokane ended her life by jumping from a hospital parking garage while receiving mental health care—her family and state investigators now question how she was able to leave her monitored room and access the parking area amid concerns over the hospital’s care and the closure of its child psychiatric unit. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Dr. Veena Singh from the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office said fentanyl overdose deaths have risen over 300% in five years, resulting in nearly one death each day mostly in homes. The drug is extremely potent and usually mixed with other substances—officials plan to use opioid settlement funds to expand mental health services and treatment programs. KXLY
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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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Spokane Symphony Presents The Music of Tina Turner
2-3:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket information available — Celebrate the legendary music of Tina Turner with outstanding vocal performances and symphony accompaniment.
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Windermere 10km Race
5 AM – 1 PM — Riverfront Park — Registration fees apply — Experience a scenic point-to-point race with aid stations and refreshments.
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Washington FOP Wellness Training
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection — Free entry — Learn from wellness experts on the importance of officer wellness with networking opportunities included.
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Spokane Indians vs Tri-City Dust Devils
11:05 a.m. — Avista Stadium — Cheap tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game featuring the Spokane Indians against the Tri-City Dust Devils.
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Comedic Cody's Stand-Up Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — $27-$37 — Enjoy a night of laughter with TikTok sensation Comedic Cody as he takes the stage.
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Master Your Emotions Workshop
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Paid event — Enhance your emotional intelligence with engaging techniques for personal and professional growth.
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