Good morning, Spokane.

Nonprofits including The Salvation Army + Innovia Foundation + Wheatland Bank helped 250 kids secure $300 gift cards at Old Navy and Footlocker on Saturday.

The event supports families impacted by local fires by offering back-to-school supplies at 50% off.

On Wednesday, donations from a Tri-Cities pancake breakfast drive were delivered by two local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints members to Teen & Kid Closet for wildfire relief in Spokane.

Volunteers unpacked boxes filled with clothes — socks, shoes and underwear — for families affected by the fires.

River Park Square is hosting the Kids Jr. Fire Academy on Saturday, Sept.

12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The free family-friendly event features firefighter demos — tours of firetrucks, crafts, CPR training and child passenger safety tips.

In 1976, Fairchild Air Force Base served as the air support hub for a mock war exercise featuring 17,000 troops training at the Yakima Firing Range (a notable moment in local military history).

Central Valley School District is holding ribbon-cutting ceremonies today and Tuesday to open safer school entrances at five schools.

Ceremonies start at 2:45 p.m. today at University Elementary and continue at McDonald, South Pines, and Adams, with Bowdish Middle School scheduled for Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.

Spokane residents are turning to permaculture to rebuild yards and help prevent future wildfires after recent damage.

The local symposium gathered educators, regenerative farmers, and scientists (led by founder Mary Bishop) to explain how healthier soil retains water and reduces fire risk.

At ONE Spokane Stadium, the Velocity earned a 2-1 USL League One victory on Saturday night against Greenville Triumph — a close match that underscored the home team’s competitive edge.