Good morning, Spokane.

Spokane County Fire District 9 is hosting a demo day on Saturday, Oct.

3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station 92 (3801 East Farwell Road) where visitors can view live demonstrations, giveaways and food vendor offerings while getting an up-close look at fire equipment.

A Spokane Starbucks at 2401 West Wellesley Avenue closed permanently this weekend as part of the chain's plan to upgrade its stores — the only unionized location in the area.

In 1976, an 8-year-old Cub Scout rescued a 4-year-old and earned the Boy Scouts Honor Medal for his quick action.

In 1926, downtown Lincoln statue plans stalled after funds fell short—but boosters later planned a new drive to finish the monument.

Green Bluff Fall Festival runs every Friday through Sunday until November 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Siemers Farm, featuring pumpkin picking, a corn maze, inflatable rides, live pirate shows, and other activities for families.

The Spokane Amateur Athletic Club (a hub for early sports) was founded in 1891 to offer billiards and gym facilities; it later added outdoor sports but closed in 1933 during the Depression.

Eugene Enloe purchased the building and opened a hostel for women before it became a YWCA site in 1937.

GPrep's Parr-Coffin and CDA's Morgenstern performed at Firman International, winning the applause of local audiences.

The event showcased community engagement in the arts and highlighted the talent of both groups.

Camp Sekani reopened after a three-month closure due to the Upriver Fire — restoration work was led by WADNR, Parks and Recreation, and local volunteers — though the parking lot remains closed for phase II of the Make Beacon Hill Public Project; visitors may park at other lots.

Crews continue road work on Pines Road and the BNSF grade separation project, building retaining walls near Trent Elementary and pouring sidewalks along the new alignment.

The work aims to cut traffic delays and ease access to I-90 and will run through spring.