Good morning, Spokane.

Local bikers are raising money for fallen firefighters—honoring those who died in the line of duty—and the fundraiser will support affected families.

Simeon Wiens, a 13-year-old from Spokane who went missing while visiting Bellevue near Factoria Mall on Friday, was found and reunited with his family on July 12th at 2:48 p.m.—Bellevue police said a coordinated search effort led to his recovery.

American white pelicans, weighing up to 30 pounds with large orange bills, are returning to inland waters along the Snake River near Clarkston this summer — their graceful flight and fishing techniques show a strong recovery after decades of low numbers — and they will start their migration south in September.

Spokane City Council’s northwest seat is the only one with enough candidates on the August primary ballot out of three seats up.

Liberal incumbent councilman Zack Zappone faces conservative challengers Chris Savage and Cody Arguelles — ballots will be mailed to voters starting Wednesday — with votes due Aug. 5 and the top two advancing to November.

After a tied game, the Spokane Indians made several defensive errors in the eighth inning, allowing the Eugene Emeralds to score three runs for a 6—3 loss in their High-A Northwest League game at Avista Stadium on Saturday.

The Indians will try to salvage a series split today at 1:05 p.m. before a four-day all-star break.

10 Essential Career-Boosting Skills Workshop

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Includes refreshments — Enhance your professional capabilities with this comprehensive soft skills workshop.

Cherry Pickers Trot & Pit Spit 2025

7-9 p.m. — Green Bluff Grange #300 — Check event page for entry fee — Celebrate sweet cherries with a 4-mile run in Green Bluff.

Grant Writing Essentials Workshop

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Paid event — Boost your funding success with practical grant writing skills in a single day workshop.

Muddy Dash Spokane

8 AM – 11 PM — Qlispé Raceway Park — $74.95 — Get down and dirty navigating fun and challenging mud obstacles with friends.

Public Speaking Mastery Workshop

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Refreshments included — Level up your public speaking skills and conquer your fear of public speaking.

Shayne Smith Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets from $25 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with rising comedian Shayne Smith who captivates with his storytelling.

EXIN Blockchain Essentials Training

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Contact for pricing — Build foundational knowledge in blockchain technology and its applications across industries.

Shayne Smith in Spokane

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — $25/$35 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Shayne Smith and his unique storytelling style.

Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Willie Watson

7:30-9 p.m. — Northern Quest Resort & Casino — Check website for price — Experience the enchanting sounds of Alison Krauss and her band in a scenic venue.

EXIN BCS Machine Learning Award Training

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus - Spokane- Washington Trust — Certification course — Dive deep into Artificial Intelligence Essentials and explore its future in technology.