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Spokane
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Airway Heights, Grocery Outlet owners Kyle and Whitney Bennett donated food to Dr. Mable Dunbar on Friday through the police department to support essential community programs—Cleone’s Closet and Food Pantry and the Women’s Healing & Empowerment Network—as they work with the West Plains Safety Alliance to raise funds for more services. KHQ
- ➤ One Spokane Stadium opened just over two years ago and now serves as home to 17 teams while drawing local fans together. The downtown venue hosts professional soccer and high school sports—ticket sales and attendance have grown, making it a key meeting place for the community. KXLY
- ➤ More than 1,000 books were donated to Spokane County Jail by local groups to boost access to reading materials—officials said the donation is expected to improve the facility's library resources. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spokane public school students may soon attend a full-time trades high school — set to offer hands-on training in construction, manufacturing, and health care through a partnership between Spokane Public Schools and Spokane Community College — if voters approve a $200 million bond this November, with the school initially serving 9th and 11th graders. The Spokesman-Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mount Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park shared a picture on Saturday showing the season’s first snowflakes, and the National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories and storm watches for parts of Washington and Idaho. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Spokane declared October as Domestic Violence Action Month—via a proclamation signed by Mayor Lisa Brown. Officials say the effort—supported by police, housing and human services—will guide community resources to aid those facing domestic violence. KHQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds gathered in Riverfront Park yesterday for the Walk to End Alzheimer's—an annual event hosted by The Alzheimer's Association where participants carried flowers to honor their connections to the disease and raised funds for care, support, and research programs. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening in rainy conditions at ONE Spokane Stadium, Spokane Velocity played to a 1—1 draw with South Georgia Tormenta FC after striker Luis Gil scored a penalty in the 52nd minute following Tormenta forward Niall Reid—Stephen scoring a free kick in the 39th minute. The team now stands third in the USL League One standings, two points behind Chattanooga, and although a win would have tied them for second, they have already clinched a playoff spot. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Washington State lost by a one-score margin to No. 4 Ole Miss—costly penalties and missed key plays led to the setback in Oxford. Coach Jimmy Rogers said the Cougars will learn from the loss as emerging players like Kirby Vorhees and Bobby Terrell promise to boost the team ahead of a top-25 matchup next week. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Eric Church: Free the Machine Tour
7-9 p.m. — Spokane Arena — Tickets start at $49.25 — Experience an electrifying night with Eric Church and Charles Wesley Godwin on stage.
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Sensory Friendly: The Music of Harry Potter
3-5 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Contact for pricing — Experience a magical journey with the Spokane Symphony performing iconic music from Harry Potter in a sensory-friendly environment.
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