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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The NAACP Spokane Branch will host a Juneteenth event on June 19 at Gonzaga University's Hemmingson Center + featuring former Seattle Seahawks star Cliff Avril and musical guest Alethea Dumas. The free celebration will include a fireside chat on the holiday's meaning and community unity, and Spokane's first Miss Juneteenth with her court will attend + inviting local residents to join in the dialogue. KHQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 15-year-old suspect was arrested on May 22 in Deer Park after deputies linked him to a series of crimes including a May 20 burglary, vehicle theft, a May 7 shooting, and a May 5 Expressway burglary (charges include residential burglary, theft, and malicious mischief) and he is now held at Spokane County Juvenile Detention Center. KHQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Savanna Oberg overcame a rough start at East Valley High by improving her grades and changing her habits after facing home and housing challenges — her teachers and counselors praised her resilience. She is on track to graduate — planning to attend community college and work part-time in real estate. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The Spokane Public Library launched its annual Summer Reading Club for all ages, offering prizes like free books and USL soccer match tickets for children and local business gift cards for adults who read at least 15 days each month. The program includes themed events and camps—such as fandom-themed storytimes, escape rooms and coding camps—that will run through the summer. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane Public Schools announced that starting this fall all nine middle schools will offer tackle football for students, replacing the district’s flag football-only program. The district will combine seventh and eighth graders by future high school assignment — coaches will be hired over the summer to provide safety training and teams may play games at ONE Spokane Stadium. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Washington law signed today waives utility connection fees for affordable housing projects to cut building costs in Spokane—Habitat for Humanity is set to save about $16,000 per home built. The measure may help multi-unit developers save up to $100,000 as fees have jumped 600% in recent years. KXLY
- ➤ State agencies in Washington are launching the Secure Your Load for Safer Roads campaign this week to remind drivers to secure their loads and prevent debris from causing crashes on our highways — the Washington State Patrol, Department of Ecology, Department of Transportation and Traffic Safety Commission will enforce load checks and give out free cargo nets and ratchet straps ahead of National Secure Your Load Day on June 6. Fines for unsecured loads can range from $50 to $5,000, and serious cases may lead to criminal charges. KXLY
- ➤ Former Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers launched the Cathy McMorris Rodgers Leadership Institute in Spokane to inspire future political leaders and offer programs like fellowships, community seminars, and research initiatives — all focused on faith, unity, and preserving America’s founding principles. KXLY
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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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Dad's Day Dash 5k
9 AM – 12 PM — Manito Park — Entry Fee Applies — Celebrate Father's Day in a scenic park with a fun family 5K run/walk benefiting SNAP.
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Nurse John Comedy Night
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — GA $30 / VIP $50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse John as he shares humor from his nursing experiences.
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