Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of September.
Good morning, Spokane.
South Perry Street Fair returns for its 24th year today with free family-friendly activities from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the South Perry District, featuring 130 artisan booths, live music and dance, and historic walking tours that benefit local neighborhood projects — courtesy of South Perry Together.
Camp Sekani trails and disc golf course re-open today after hazard tree removals by DNR and the Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry team, with volunteer repairs from Evergreen East — construction on the parking lot continues, so visitors should use alternate parking at Boulder Beach, John Sheilds Park, or Minnehaha Park.
Valleyfest Community Celebration is coming to Spokane Valley this weekend, as confirmed by director Peggy Doering in an interview with 4 News Now.
The event will offer local festivities and family fun for residents.
Wendy’s released an emo album, Songs to Listen to in a Wendy’s Parking Lot, on Sept.
23 featuring Spokane native Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire and Anberlin. The artist flew from the East Coast to record his track in LA and continues to tie his music roots to Spokane.
University High School in Spokane Valley earned 2026 Washington School on the Rise recognition from the Association of Washington Student Leaders and the Association of Washington School Principals for staff efforts that support students beyond the classroom (including Titan Time sessions) and social activities (like basketball and cooking).
More than 7,400 acres near Mount Spokane is now under a permanent conservation easement that waives fees for non motorized use.
The move is part of the second phase of the Spirit of Mount Spokane Forest Legacy Project, funded by a Forest Service grant (about $2.88 million).
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered city flags lowered following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive to honor former legislator Mike Cooper, a firefighter and first responder advocate.
The flags will remain at half-staff until 6 p.m. today or until Monday morning.
Spokane County records show several local couples have recently obtained marriage licenses in Spokane Valley, Spokane, Springdale, and Deer Park.
The records mark new beginnings for families across the area.
Eastern Washington's offense aims to control the line of scrimmage as they face Cal Poly Mustangs at 4 p.m. today at Roos Field in Cheney.
The Eagles plan to widen running lanes and limit Cal Poly's key playmakers to improve their Big Sky play.
Linebacker DJ Warner, who grew up with ties to Arizona’s program, leads WSU in a 4:30 p.m. game today in Pullman—Cougars need a win to stay bowl eligible while facing injury concerns and a potent Wildcats offense.
No new events today. You can submit one here.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Spokane.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.