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Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane Humane Society will host its 23rd annual Parade of Paws on May 30 at 6607 N. Havana as a fundraising walk for pets awaiting new homes. Families can join the one- to two-mile walk, and organizers will offer music, food, drinks + a vendor fair. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Craft Beer Week is underway with over 25 local breweries offering brews as the week-long event runs from May 16 through May 23 — Lilac Brewfest kicked off the festivities. KHQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Indigenous Eats has received a $20,000 grant from American Express and Main Street America to expand Native Trivia Nights and other cultural events at its Spokane restaurants (a move to boost native culture and community engagement). KHQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shadle Park High School held its second adaptive field day today for students with physical or intellectual disabilities, with over 400 students exploring real-world job scenarios. Organizers said the event builds practical skills and community pride. KHQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers and WDFW staff planted over 700 native shrubs on about an acre in Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area near Z-Lake to restore habitat lost in the Whitney Fire of 2022, and they installed fencing (to protect the new growth) that will remain for two years. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters trained yesterday at a historic brick building at 1310 W. Boone in west Spokane without intense heat—its demolition is planned as part of Spokane Transit Authority's expansion of its Fixed Route Operations Center. Construction on the new facility is expected to begin in 2028. KXLY
- ➤ The State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake will host a public Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25 at 11 a.m.—military members will place gravesite flags on Friday, May 22, and overflow parking is available on Ritchey Road. KHQ
- ➤ Washington State Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer held a town hall at Medical Lake City Hall on Wednesday to discuss wildfire resiliency and challenges with homeowners’ coverage following the 2023 Gray fire — Medical Lake leaders said new bills may support transparent risk scores and fund retrofitting projects. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane Zephyr women's soccer team ended its run after two seasons due to dropping attendance and late payments at ONE Spokane Stadium, and officials said they will still work to keep women's soccer active in the area. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ At Scottsdale Stadium on Thursday afternoon, top-seeded Gonzaga lost 13-4 to Saint Mary's in the WCC tournament opener after struggling to contain the opposing hitters, & now the Bulldogs must win three consecutive elimination games to claim the title. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga will open against Kansas State on Nov. 24 at T-Mobile Arena in the Players Era Festival as it starts its road to a championship berth. The tournament will include additional games during Thanksgiving week at T-Mobile and Michelob Ultra arenas, with ESPN set to broadcast all contests. The Spokesman-Review
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Being As An Ocean Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Big Dipper — Tickets from $39 — Experience the can't-miss live performance by Being As An Ocean in Spokane.
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Docs with KSPS-PBS: The Grocery List Show
5:30-7:30 p.m. — KSPS PBS — Free entry — Explore global food traditions through community stories and family recipes at this engaging screening and discussion.
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The Bringer Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a hilarious night with some of the funniest rising stars in comedy.
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41st Annual ArtFest
10 AM – 5 PM — Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture — $5 admission — Celebrate art and community with booths, live music, and food trucks.
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Ron Funches Stand-Up Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a warm and hilarious night with the master of joyful stand-up.
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Back To The Future - The Musical
1-4 p.m. — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Check for ticket prices — Experience the musical adaptation of the beloved film with original music and unforgettable hits.
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Artistry in Motion Dance Showcase
6-9 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Kids: $19 | Adults: $31 — Experience a vibrant evening of dance performances from local talents and studio classes.
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The Locked In Tour with Julia Leahy and Connor Willey
7-11 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with comedic talents Julia Leahy and Connor Willey in Spokane.
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Big Jay Oakerson Live
9:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unfiltered comedy of Big Jay Oakerson with interactive crowd work and laughter.
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Big Jay Oakerson Live Stand-Up Comedy
7-9:45 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of raw and interactive comedy with one of the most beloved comedians today.
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