Good morning, Spokane.

A Spokane nonprofit, Spring of Hope International, is hosting a run at Life Center tomorrow at 8 a.m. to raise awareness and funds for clean water access in Kenya—participants will walk the final 100 meters with a bucket on their head to simulate the daily burden faced by women and girls.

A new tiny home community for the homeless is coming to Spokane's West Hills neighborhood as the Waters Meet Foundation will build 30 small homes at West 7th Avenue and South Audubon Street.

The project offers shared spaces such as bathrooms, showers, and a communal kitchen—along with a community meeting on July 31 and an expected completion by September.

Authorities arrested 28-year-old Ian S.

Richart Friday morning after a SWAT standoff—he was wanted for an assault in north Spokane on June 27 and faced charges of burglary, kidnapping and unlawful possession of a firearm as officers detained a woman on an unrelated warrant.

U.S. District Court Judge Thomas O.

Rice sentenced Mexican national Luis Esquivel-Bolanos—known as Colorado—to 19 years in prison and five years of supervised release for running a drug trafficking ring that spread meth and fentanyl in eastern Washington and Montana after agents searched homes in Okanogan County.

Court documents show that around 5:30 a.m. a teenage driver allegedly struck 48-year-old Sarah Doxey, killing her while she was jogging near the 4800 block of South Perry Street in Spokane—witnesses saw him flee and police later arrested him near Manito Country Club on hit-and-run and impaired driving charges.

In a standoff Friday morning at Valley 206 Apartments on N.

Wilbur Road, Spokane Valley police and SWAT engaged an armed, wanted man after a neighbor reported an incident around 2 a.m.—the suspect took a person hostage before fleeing and was arrested at 8:30 a.m.

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.

Jared Freid Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets $27/$37 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jared Freid, known for his relatable humor on dating and relationships.

Spokane Scottish Highland Games

2-10:30 a.m. — Spokane County Fair & Expo Center — $10 entry — Celebrate Scottish culture with massed bands, pipe exhibitions, and highland dancing.

Taj Mahal Live Concert

7:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Taj Mahal as he transcends blues traditions with his unique sound.

Northeast Youth Center's Annual Lemonade Stand Fundraiser

9 AM – 3 PM — Northeast Youth Center — Donations welcome — Refreshing lemonade served by local kids to fund fun activities.