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Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Spokane noticed Lime scooters and bikes with purple decals—part of a domestic violence awareness initiative. The City of Spokane said on Wednesday that Lime will donate ride proceeds to YWCA Spokane during Domestic Violence Action Month. KHQ
- ➤ Downtown Spokane Partnership will host Fall Clean Week from October 13 to October 17, where volunteers and city crews will meet at 11 a.m. daily—tasks will include cleaning public walkways, washing murals, refreshing alleys and tidying parks as part of downtown beautification. KXLY
- ➤ The Hands Across Spokane Community Resource Fair will be held on October 10 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 2001 North Division Street to celebrate World Mental Health Day—this free event provides mental health resources, food, music, and activities for all ages. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane residents can attend the last Night Market and Street Fair of the year tomorrow at the U-District Gateway Bridge. The family-friendly event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. and features a Masquerade Soirée theme, live music, immersive experiences, and a $3 admission for adults while children enter free. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Domestic violence helpline calls have surged among Spokane residents—local organizations are expanding support services to help those in need. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Fleetwood Mac tribute bands will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday in downtown Spokane, with Rumours of Fleetwood Mac playing at the First Interstate Center for the Arts and Paper Flowers playing at the Bing Crosby Theater—Paper Flowers is also set to perform in Post Falls on November 21 and 22. Ticket prices start at $36.50 for Rumours of Fleetwood Mac and $44.50 for Paper Flowers. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane Tribe Casino will host the Ying Yang Twins performing live at 8 p.m. Friday—joined by Twista, Mike Jones and DJ Skribble—as part of the Mic Check hip-hop series, and general admission tickets cost $66.23. The Spokesman-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At SCC’s Trades Discovery Day held yesterday in the gymnasium, 16 trades programs offered high school students and others a chance to explore new career paths from Diesel Heavy Duty Equipment to Architecture. Faculty and current students led hands-on activities that connected classroom learning with real industry opportunities. Spokane Community College
- ➤ Spokane Public Schools and Spokane Community College are partnering to create a full day, four year Trades High School that will teach hands on career skills in manufacturing, health sciences and construction to help fill local workforce gaps. District leaders will visit Phoenix for guidance on a similar program and plan to open the new school soon—giving students practical skills for life. KHQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington’s early modern firearm deer season opens Saturday, giving rifle hunters 10 days in October to fill their tags. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife will staff check stations from Colville to Walla Walla — where mandatory chronic wasting disease sampling is in place — to help track deer health and monitor disease spread. The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane City Council candidates discussed plans to improve public safety and address homelessness as voters get ready to fill three seats in four weeks—some support stronger law enforcement while others favor evidence-based social programs. Their debate also centers on Proposition 1, which 75% of voters backed in 2023 despite challenges in enforcement. KXLY
- ➤ The Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month Tuesday to support inclusive workplaces in Spokane County. Employers, schools, and community organizations are urged to back people with disabilities as part of a broader effort to strengthen the local economy. KHQ
- ➤ Mayor Lisa Brown presented a plan to reduce downtown homelessness by increasing police presence with a homeless outreach team to address camping and open drug use and connect people with support services—business owners argue that stronger enforcement and measures like restoring Proposition 1 are needed ahead of the city council meeting on October 20. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Alzheimer's Association will host its annual Walk to End Alzheimer's at Riverfront Park on Saturday, October 11 to raise funds for care, research and support programs; participants will carry bright flowers that mark personal ties to the disease—more than 126,000 Washington residents live with it. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Prep football polls show Gonzaga Prep as a top 4A team and Mt. Spokane ranked in 3A ahead of Friday’s games at ONE Spokane Stadium; Gonzaga Prep outscored opponents 215—50 this season, and Mt. Spokane will face Lewis and Clark at 5 p.m.—teams seeking playoff spots. The Spokesman-Review
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Matt Maeson Live in Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Tickets available — Experience the emotional and relatable music of Matt Maeson, a master of alternative anthems.
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Price varies — Experience the captivating tribute to Fleetwood Mac performed by one of the world’s most respected tribute acts.
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Dual Lean Six Sigma Green and Black Belt Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Spokane Washington Trust — From $2,134.92 — Elevate your skills and drive change with dual certifications in Lean Six Sigma.
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James McCann Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Australian comedian James McCann.
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Teton Gravity Research: Pressure Drop
7-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets required — Experience the adrenaline of elite skiing and snowboarding captured in stunning film from Alaska to Norway.
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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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Rock Legends Tribute: Journey Escape & Frampton Comes Alive
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience the top Journey tribute alongside the electrifying sounds of Frampton Comes Alive.
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Lord Huron Concert
5-8 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Tickets starting at $95 — Catch the captivating sounds of Lord Huron live in Spokane's beautiful Riverfront Park.
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Marc Rebillet Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of improvised musical fun from an eccentric performer.
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Halloween Cover Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Big Dipper — All ages welcome — Enjoy a night of local bands performing creative cover sets in a festive Halloween atmosphere.
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