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Spokane
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane residents will enjoy Terrain 16 this Friday — a free night of art and music along Riverside Avenue at 314 W. Riverside — as over 480 local artists present works in painting, sculpture, mixed media, film and live performances. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 26, Gonzaga University inaugurated Katia Passerini as its 27th president — the first woman to lead the school. She received a golden chain of office and announced two major gifts to boost community efforts, including support for families in Northeast Spokane. Gonzaga University
- ➤ Two district moms are competing for the Cheney School Board seat as voters choose who will best support students and improve parent communication. Incumbent Winer—who has taught in the district and served as a legislative representative—seeks to expand career and technical education while challenger Davis, a business owner and volunteer firefighter, aims to boost programs for advanced learners. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Today, President Katia Passerini gave her first welcome address to the incoming class of 2029 at Gonzaga's McCarthey Athletic Center after a busy move-in weekend. Her husband, Arturo Pagán, joined her from Brooklyn and works on his Ph.D. proposal defense while getting involved with local groups—showing their shared commitment to lifelong learning. Gonzaga University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Deep Creek found PFAS in their water and remain unsure if Fairchild Air Force Base—implicated in the contamination—or Fire District 10 is responsible, forcing some like Jean Coultas to pay extra for more frequent water treatment. Researchers plan to test water samples to pinpoint the contamination source. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After Spokane County voters rejected a $1.7 billion criminal justice tax measure in 2023, community leaders formed the Safe and Healthy Spokane task force — including law enforcement, healthcare, business and property owners — to draft a compromise plan addressing public safety, homelessness, addiction and mental health with a likely 2026 tax proposal. They will hold a private meeting at 9 a.m. Thursday at The Hive and later solicit public feedback online. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Two newcomers—Heath Wilbur, a retired Army veteran turned tradesman studying urban planning, and Kathleen Morse, a real estate professional running a children’s boutique—are competing for an open seat on Medical Lake City Council after incumbent Don Kennedy retired. Both candidates support local economic development measures and back the vacant property ordinance to boost the downtown business district while keeping the town’s small-town feel. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane International Airport changed traffic routes for parking today—drivers using Outside, Garage and Concourse C parking now enter on Airport Drive while the Economy Lot entrance remains off Flint Road. The change is meant to improve parking and support future development. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane County is working to secure a new medical provider for its jail after the current provider pulled out—Mediko Correctional Healthcare is the top choice as the existing agreement ends at the end of this calendar year. KHQ
- ➤ Mayor Lisa Brown honored city workers on September 30, 2025 for their efforts in fixing water meter issues and planning neighborhood events. The awards celebrated the Water Department and Utility Billing teams, the Office of Neighborhood Services, and Darcie from Accounting — a nod to trust and teamwork. City of Spokane
- ➤ Fire restrictions on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Reclamation were lifted Tuesday due to wet conditions and cooler temperatures—officials warned that drivers and campers should remain cautious by ensuring campfires are fully extinguished and fireworks remain banned. The BLM Fire Prevention Order restricting tracer ammunition and explosive targets is in effect until October 31. KHQ
- ➤ A potential government shutdown may force hundreds of federal workers in Spokane into unpaid leave and disrupt services from military programs to cemetery maintenance. Fairchild Air Force Base may furlough 354 civilian employees while travelers at the international airport may face delays—active-duty personnel and pay cycles remain uncertain. KXLY
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Will Evans Live Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Tickets available — Experience a unique fusion of folk and roots music with Will Evans and his eclectic performance style.
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Demetri Martin Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with acclaimed standup comedian Demetri Martin.
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Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Lexington SC Women's Soccer Match
6-9 p.m. — One Spokane Stadium — Tickets starting at $148 — Watch an exciting women's soccer match featuring local talent.
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Spokane Symphony: Masterworks 2 - Landscapes
3-4:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket info available — Experience a musical journey through iconic landscapes with timeless works by Debussy, Rautavaara, and Grieg.
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Rachel Bradley: Beauty for Ashes
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience heartfelt laughter and storytelling from one of comedy's most original voices.
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The Motet Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The District Bar — Tickets available — Experience the infectious grooves of the legendary funk band The Motet.
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Christopher Titus Stand-Up Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sharp wit of stand-up comedian Christopher Titus in his touring show.
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The Rat Pack Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic music and fun of the original Rat Pack with a live big band.
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Danae Hays: The First Time Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket required — Experience a fresh comedic voice from Alabama with zany characters and catchy parody country music.
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