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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds woke up without power in the Colbert area on Friday morning—Inland Power said 1,194 customers lost power around 6 a.m.—Crews are working to find the cause and restore service. KXLY
- ➤ Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire is partnering with Spokane Angels to celebrate Bigfoot's 50th birthday + raise awareness for foster care during Foster Care Awareness Month. The event takes place today at 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with an extra show on June 1 at 2:30 p.m. KHQ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Valley firefighters are working on an extrication incident in the 5200 block of North Sullivan Road near Bigelow Gulch Road—drivers are urged to give responders space to work safely. KHQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga University’s Foley Library and the Bing Crosby Advocates of Spokane are partnering to host a free summer series called Sundays at the Crosby House that explores Bing Crosby’s early life in Spokane; sessions start on June 8 at 3:30 p.m. on Sundays at the Crosby House Museum on the Gonzaga campus—each event will be limited to 30 attendees. Gonzaga University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Public Schools hosted an experiential learning field trip at Manito Park this week where 1,400 elementary students from seven schools engaged in science activities at six stations—part of the district's new EngageIRL program promoting hands-on learning. The Spokesman-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga biology professor Jens Hegg was featured in Scholastic Fantastic for his work using mussel shells to track decades of climate change in Northwest waterways. He received a grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust and will work with student researchers to study the growth of declining Western ridged mussels—an approach that helps reveal environmental shifts. Gonzaga University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Council Member Kitty Klitzke released the District 3 Weekly Newsletter on May 30, which presents new public safety programs and residential parking tips—along with upcoming local meetings and community events. City of Spokane
- ➤ The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday to allow ending parole for refugees from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela—around 200 Haitians in Spokane now face losing legal status. Local leaders including Rev. Luc Jasmin Jr. and Mayor Lisa Brown said they are reaching out to help affected community members—while advocates express deep worry over the decision. The Spokesman-Review
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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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The Unteachables Comedy Show
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets $17/$27 — Enjoy hilarious stand-up from educators who bring classroom chaos to the stage.
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Beth Stelling Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Beth Stelling at the Spokane Comedy Club.
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Beth Stelling Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — $25-$32 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian and writer Beth Stelling, known for her work on popular TV shows.
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