Good morning, Spokane.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 51 building was repainted from beige to patriotic colors; work began Saturday morning and will continue for several weeks as the first major exterior update in over 100 years.

Commander Wes Anderson led the fundraising effort and accepted free supplies and labor from local businesses—transforming the post for its members.

The Spokane County Interstate Fair opened today amid smoky conditions caused by regional wildfires, prompting concern for people with breathing sensitivities—organizers said the 10-day event will allow visitors to attend on days when the air clears before it ends on September 14.

The upper floor of the historic Globe Building at 1 E.

Main Ave. will soon be renovated for new offices for Architects West as 6000 square feet is demolished to install offices, conference rooms, a kitchen, and a small library at an estimated cost of $150,000 according to a remodel application submitted to the city—preserving a piece of local heritage. A vacant lot at 29th and Fiske is planned for a 1900 square feet healthy fast food restaurant by Konala while a 315 square feet walk-up coffee shop will open in the US Bank building at 422 W. Riverside Ave. as detailed in separate applications.

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office and Cheney Police Department are searching for a 46-year-old man described as 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 215 pounds with a head injury and a green cast on his left arm after an assault on 2nd Street in Cheney—residents are urged to call 911 if they see anyone matching that description.

Mike Kelly from KT Contracting and Kristopher Pockell from OpenEye are running for the Spokane Valley City Council seat and have sharply different ideas on policing and housing.

Kelly—which has a past drug conviction—calls for stricter law enforcement and careful budgeting while Pockell wants more high-density homes and easier use of state funds to fight homelessness, with both candidates backing the new sales tax for extra deputies.

On Saturday, Greater Spokane League games featured a 5-0 win for Mead with Olivia Berry scoring two soccer goals and a 3-1 win for Cheney with Callie Gregg recording 15 volleyball kills—others saw Woodinville, Lakeside, and Meridian win their contests in girls soccer, volleyball and football.

The Trouble With Angels: Jane Lynch & Kate Flannery

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Enjoy an evening of comedy and song with Emmy Award-winner Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery serving up mischief and music.

WHL Preseason: Spokane Chiefs vs. Portland Winterhawks

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Spokane Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Spokane Chiefs face off against the Portland Winterhawks in an exciting preseason hockey matchup.

Bop To The Top Tour

1:15-9:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory — 18+ event — Celebrate summer with Disney Channel hits and exciting themed activities like costume contests and dance-offs.

Bingo Loco: Jukebox Jam

7-10 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Special edition event — Celebrate with confetti, dance-offs, and music trivia challenges while enjoying Bingo Loco craziness.

Kevin Farley Live Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Enjoy an evening of laughter with actor and comedian Kevin Farley, known for his roles in iconic TV shows.

The Struts Live in Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — Knitting Factory — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of The Struts alongside Dirty Honey at Spokane's premier rock venue.

Thomas Rhett: Better in Boots Tour

7-9 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets starting at $51.75 — Enjoy an evening with Thomas Rhett and special guests Tucker Wetmore & The Castellows for an unforgettable country music experience.

Dave Attell Live

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Dave Attell and special guests.

Dave Attell Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Experience an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedian Dave Attell and special guests.

Giselle Ballet

4:00 – 5:30 PM — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the romantic ballet Giselle performed by the talented Grand Kyiv Ballet from Ukraine.