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Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane colleges are asking local residents to donate nonperishable food items to their food pantries—campus drop-off sites are ready to receive contributions to help students facing hunger. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On November 7, the Spokane Colleges Foundation launched an emergency support appeal to help students manage urgent needs like food and childcare—many students faced challenges that affected their studies—and the initiative aimed to keep them focused on their academic futures. Spokane University District
- ➤ Spokane voters gave the SPS bond 61.37% approval and the park levy 55.45% approval with 10,000 ballots still uncounted and final results set for November 25. School officials said the bond will help improve schools and build a strong future for Spokane — a key step in the Together Spokane plan. KHQ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane hearing examiner approved a plan for 142 single-family homes in Latah Glen, turning almost 40 acres of a former auto salvage yard near Inland Empire Way into a new residential area. Neighbors voiced traffic concerns on Marshall Road, but city officials said new roads and a shared use path—built for pedestrian and bicycle travel—will ease congestion and connect to the Fish Lake trail. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gonzaga women’s basketball team won their season opener 81—66 over North Dakota State on Friday in Fargo as an 11—0 run in the second quarter helped build a large lead amid foul trouble. Sophomore guard Allie Turner led with 18 points while Gonzaga readies for their road game tip at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Toledo. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Heavy rain fell just before midnight and unsettled a local dog (keeping neighbors awake), which delayed early activities. Today, Spokane sports resume as Gonzaga will host Oklahoma at 7:30 p.m. at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on ESPN2. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The latest mailbag shows experts expect the rebuilt Pac-12 to be stronger in basketball thanks to teams like Gonzaga — while its football side faces challenges from complex scheduling issues and legal disputes over exit fees. Readers also wondered about UCLA’s move from the Rose Bowl, CFP ranking impacts, and the pending decision on the 2026 Pac-12 schedule. The Spokesman-Review
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Darko Butorac Conducts Prokofiev's Fifth Symphony
3-4:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket required — Experience a powerful performance featuring Prokofiev's Symphony and Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 4 with conductor Darko Butorac and violinist Karisa Chiu.
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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Creighton Bluejays
7-9 p.m. — Gonzaga University — Watch live college basketball action — Don't miss this thrilling game between two competitive teams.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Melissa Villaseñor
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the first Latina 'SNL' cast member showcasing her comedic talents.
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World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby Ballet
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Interstate Center for the Arts — $50.00 - $120.00 — Experience the glitz and tragedy of Gatsby's world brought to life through ballet.
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
3:00 – 4:30 PM — First Interstate Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting story of the Nutcracker in this festive ballet perfect for all ages.
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Stanford Cardinal vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — McCarthey Athletic Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's basketball showdown between two top teams.
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JoJo Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — Knitting Factory — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of soulful music from JoJo as she performs her hits live.
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D.L. Hughley Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with one of the most recognized stand-up comedians in America.
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Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy a heartwarming holiday concert featuring festive classics and Jim Brickman's biggest hits.
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Thanksgiving Eve Comedy Showcase with Ryan McComb
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with family and friends before Thanksgiving dinner.
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