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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new outdoor market called Global Food and Art Market is taking place in Spokane’s Garland District this summer at the Gathering House parking lot at 733 W. Garland Avenue from May 6 to July 29 and is open weekly from 3 to 7 p.m. — it features live music, international food such as pupusas, street tacos and shawarma, and local handmade art. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Late Sunday night, multiple intentionally set fires erupted along High Drive in a South Hill neighborhood, leaving residents shaken as flames were brought under control by midnight—authorities are investigating and reviewing drone footage while asking for public tips. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Symphony Associates will host the 16th annual Upscale Sale at the former Rite Aid at 9120 N. Division starting May 29 to benefit the Spokane Symphony Orchestra. Volunteers organized donated treasures from 120 donors for early access on Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. — regular sale hours are May 30-31, June 1, June 6, and June 7. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three new electric buses have been put into service by West Valley School District; they arrived last month and began transporting students two weeks ago. The buses use exterior speakers that play white noise so pedestrians can hear them coming and are expected to reduce fuel and maintenance costs—half the cost was covered by a federal grant. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane native astronaut Anne McClain is speaking live with Gonzaga Prep students from the International Space Station today at 10:00 a.m. —she will answer questions and share her experiences from space— in this unique educational event. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, dozens gathered at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake to honor fallen service members during the Memorial Day ceremony. Solomon Gilbert, deputy director of the Department of Veteran Affairs, addressed the crowd while attendees quietly visited graves — a solemn tribute to their sacrifice. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On May 31, Spokanites will join Walk MS in Kendall Yards — 1335 W. Summit Pkwy — to raise funds and support people living with Multiple Sclerosis as they choose a one- or three-mile accessible route. The event will open at 8:30 a.m. at the site with a ceremony at 9:45 a.m. and a walk kickoff at 10 a.m., and a $100 donation earns a Walk MS t-shirt while registration remains free. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monday at Funko Field, Braylen Wimmer hit two home runs as the Spokane Indians beat the Everett AquaSox 4—3 in the opener of their six-game series, with early home runs driving the win and solid pitching limiting the opposition. The Spokesman-Review
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End of the Eternal Winter Spring Golf Outing
11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Indian Canyon Golf Course — $230 pp, $750 for a foursome — Celebrate the arrival of spring with a day of golf and camaraderie on the greens.
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Undercard CD Release Party
7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — The Big Dipper — Tickets available — Celebrate the release of Undercard’s latest CD with an energetic set from this Spokane hard rock band.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Spokane Arena — $17 for Kids, $27 for Adults — Experience the thrill of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in an action-packed live show.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
2:30-4 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets required — Experience the thrill as your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks roar to life in this spectacular live event.
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Vanessa Promise Benefit Luncheon 2025
12-1 p.m. — Spokane Convention Center — Registration closed — Discover the impact of Vanessa Behan on local families and how you can contribute.
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The Dollop Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience the hilarity of historical storytelling with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds.
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Air Supply Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spokane Tribe Resort & Casino — Tickets starting at $89 — Enjoy a night of classic hits from the iconic soft rock duo.
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Neverland Adventure
4-6 p.m. — Spokane Community College — Free entry — Experience a magical journey to Neverland with Peter, Wendy, and Tinkerbell.
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Kevin James Thornton Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Last-minute theater tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with Kevin James Thornton.
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Holistic Leadership in Practice Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Course Completion Certificate — Discover conscious leadership through mindfulness and holistic practices.
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