Good morning, Spokane.

City leaders and residents of Spokane's East-Central neighborhood plan changes to improve infrastructure—investing in walkability and cultural restoration.

A virtual draft plan workshop will be held on June 11 at 6:00 p.m.—renderings may appear within six months and renovations begin in two to five years.

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar will close its South Hill location at 4320 S.

Regal St. in mid- or late June after 20 years, planning to reopen a new site in a few months or years — while the remodeled River Park Square location is set to welcome customers.

The Spokesman-Review staff earned 10 awards at the 2025 SPJ Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards, with copy desk chief Caitlin Miller and others recognized for design and live reporting (which included major coverage of a fatal incident on Canfield Mountain).

Their accolades underscore strong local journalism.

Spokane implemented annual water restrictions today through Oct.

1 to conserve water during the hotter months. Residents are urged to follow the schedule (no watering from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and only four times a week) and can request a free consultation with a water efficiency specialist.

At a Monday briefing, Spokane Police detailed that nearly 1,400 tickets were issued under the Safe and Acceptable Spaces initiative (61% in Riverside) along with 2,600 engagements, 1,500 service offers, and progress on the downtown high utilizer project that had moved some high users into housing or treatment.

Lane reductions (from Highway 904 in Four Lakes to just west of the Geiger Blvd. interchange) on I-90 west of Spokane began Monday night as paving work ran nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. for one week.

The City of Spokane’s Housing and Human Services Department has launched a webpage to help tenants and landlords find eviction prevention resources today.

It features information on tenant rights, rental assistance, and free legal help to prevent housing instability.

MultiCare and Premera Blue Cross extended their deadline — Premera coverage will remain at MultiCare facilities through June 30 — as they negotiate a new two-year contract to avoid a gap in care for over 64,000 local members.

Riverfront Eats returns this week at Riverfront Park; it runs Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. across the Howard Street Bridge through August.

The series features a new food truck lineup every week, including local favorites MacDaddy's + Madfire Kitchen + Churro Hut + Kona Ice.

Former WSU coach Mike Leach is on the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame ballot for the 2027 class after requirements were lowered following his Dec.

2022 death; his 2012–18 tenure saw the Cougars reach six bowl appearances.

Spokane Indians pitcher Jackson Cox — who threw six shutout innings on Sunday in Pasco — was named Northwest League pitcher of the week as former Gonzaga star Gabriel Hughes makes another rehab start at Avista Stadium.

The team begins a six-game homestand today.

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.

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.

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.

Musical Monday Improv Show

7-11 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of hilarious, audience-driven musical improv with a fan-favorite group.

Messer Chups Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Big Dipper — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Messer Chups, a unique Russian band performing live.

Supersuckers & Scott H. Biram Concert

8-11 p.m. — The District Bar — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of live rock music from Supersuckers and Scott H. Biram in Spokane.

UADA Concert at The Big Dipper

7-10 p.m. — The Big Dipper — Tickets from $72 — Experience UADA live in Spokane for an unforgettable night of music.

The Dead South Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Gesa Pavilion — Tickets from $96 — Experience the unforgettable live performance by The Dead South in Spokane.

Agent Orange Live in Spokane

Evening — The Big Dipper — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic punk and surf rock fusion of Agent Orange in an intimate venue.

Holistic Leadership Workshop

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus Washington Trust Center — Lunch included — Explore conscious leadership with mindfulness and holistic practices for personal and professional growth.