Good morning, Spokane.

The Yokes Grocery Market on Indian Trail provided free groceries and hygiene supplies on Aug.

1 to residents and employees affected by the wildfires — a one-day event that grew more successful than expected.

Local community organizations are providing free groceries for families impacted by recent hardships today at designated distribution centers (locations and hours vary), and eligible residents are encouraged to visit for assistance.

Spokane wildfire survivors sifted through ashes and faced grief after the fire, while local relief efforts continue to support their long recovery.

A fast evacuation near Brookdale Memory Care on August 1 saved dozens of patients as a local resident + police helped evacuate them amid heavy smoke from the Old Trails Fire, though 40 tenants at a nearby apartment could not return home.

Visit Spokane and the City are partnering to boost film and creative industry opportunities that will draw productions, create jobs, and benefit local businesses.

Luis Mota was hired as Director of Film & Event Development — he will work with the Community and Economic Development Division to attract projects.

A heart program is now helping students displaced from Spokane Public Schools by giving them care and resources; school officials say the aid will help students continue their studies in a supportive setting.

Spokane Community College will offer its Practical Nursing certificate program in Colville with the first cohort starting January 15 (applications are due by Sept.

15). Local students will complete clinical rotations and prepare for the NCLEX-PN exam to become licensed practical nurses.

Hazmat cleanup crews are working today in wildfire-affected areas + removing hazardous debris from homes to protect local residents.

Officials say the effort will help support wildfire victims’ recovery.

Costco will launch a new Medicare Advantage plan by partnering with nonprofit SCAN, adding coverage for seniors that works with its prescription, vision, and hearing services.

The plan will roll out in two states with a Medicare supplement in a third, including offerings in Spokane.

At Tuesday’s fall camp practice, WSU discussed a possible return for former players Soni Finau and AJ Vaipulu under a new NCAA rule + eligibility details remain pending while a rising offense led by quarterback Caden Pinnick impressed on the field.

A local sports columnist celebrates the dedication of Cougar fans and reviews WSU’s football season scheduled for October, Gonzaga’s rise in college hoops, and changes with the Mariners.

The piece reflects on local team successes and challenges as part of the region’s ongoing sports scene.