Good morning, Spokane.

The Caring 4 Kids Telethon will air live today to support local children with fundraising efforts, and KXLY will provide updates during the event — organizers encourage community participation.

Browne Street Viaduct sidewalks will be closed temporarily for maintenance work, which may disrupt pedestrian access as officials complete the project until further notice — check local updates for any changes.

Spokane colleges are voicing concerns about a proposed change to the Head Start program — they urge local officials to review the plan to ensure continued support for early childhood education.

Construction workers will place the final beam on Adams Elementary today, marking the last structural milestone before the school completes its construction.

The project will move forward to finishing touches before students can use the facility.

Spokane planners are expediting permits for like-for-like home replacements following the August fires; a dedicated team (at the Shadle Park Library office starting Sept.

21) will help residents get back on track before winter sets in.

Spokane city government is expanding its navigation center hours to 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily for people experiencing homelessness and closing pedestrian access to Browne Street viaduct for Pacific Avenue Greenway construction; Code Enforcement will start installing fencing at four entrances (today).

Spokane officials launched an interactive online database that offers fire victims easy access to support services and local agency contacts.

The tool went live today — providing key information quickly and clearly.

Eastern Washington football players are competing for extra tickets on their group chat ahead of Saturday’s game against Washington at Husky Stadium — players with local ties hope many family and friends attend.

Washington will pay Eastern $575,000 for this high-stakes FBS matchup that highlights the regional rivalry.