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Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On November 17th, 2015, a strong windstorm hit Spokane and two trees crashed through the Jones family home. After a nearly 10-month rebuild, the blue house on the corner stands 10 years later—marking a lasting reminder of that day. KHQ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga alum Njal Lundberg is reinventing birthday parties in Spokane with Modern Dreamers—luxury sleepover kits that make celebrations fun and stress-free. The kits come in over 25 themes and are sold online with plans to offer a GU-themed kit at the Zag Shop soon. Gonzaga University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Community College’s Inchelium campus hosted a fry bread event during Native American Heritage Month that brought together students, faculty and staff on the Colville Reservation—teaching them about traditional medicine and Indigenous culture. The event also supported local students by connecting cultural heritage to their educational programs. Spokane Community College
- ➤ Gonzaga’s Women Lead program marked 10 years at a fall luncheon — President Katia Passerini gave a keynote urging women to take new chances. She told of her challenges as Gonzaga’s first female president — and asked the group to keep growing their leadership skills. Gonzaga University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NEW Health in Chewelah received $2 million in funding from a government spending bill passed on November 12 to expand clinical and nonclinical job opportunities and improve health access in rural northeastern Washington. The funds will boost workforce development programs — reaching residents in Ferry, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga's wins over Creighton and Arizona State moved the team up to 13 in the AP poll, and they are set to host Southern Utah Monday night in the Kennel (they will play Alabama in Las Vegas on November 24th). KXLY
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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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Gabriel Rutledge Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with acclaimed comedian Gabriel Rutledge.
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Japanese Winter Painting Class
6:30 - 8:30 PM — Pinot's Palette — $34 - $46 — Embrace the Zen moment with a soothing painting experience while enjoying a drink.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Ticket information available — Experience Spokane's beloved holiday tradition with live music and over 90 local dancers.
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Comedy Night with Paula Poundstone
7:30-9 p.m. — Bing Crosby Theater — Tickets available — Experience the legendary humor of Paula Poundstone live on stage.
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The Nutcracker
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Fox Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's timeless score brought to life by local dancers in a festive holiday tradition.
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The Nutcracker
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Fox Theater — Cost Info — Experience Spokane’s cherished holiday ballet with local dancers and Tchaikovsky’s enchanting music.
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