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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents on North Calispel Street have been without home mail delivery for three weeks due to repeated dog attacks on mail carriers + forcing a nearly 6-mile round trip to a community mailbox. Frustrated residents say the USPS letter explained the change but failed to address their concerns. KHQ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A local toy store is boosting its inventory (to counter expected tariff effects) to keep prices steady for shoppers. Managers say the move aims to help Spokane residents avoid rising costs. KXLY
- ➤ Locust Cider announced that it will close four of its six taprooms due to rising operational costs, including the downtown site, while keeping the locations in Gig Harbor and Fort Collins open. The company said it plans to expand cider availability in restaurants & bars and grocery stores. KHQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga University and McKinstry announced a partnership to boost Spokane’s engineering workforce by linking classroom studies with paid internships and research opportunities. The collaboration provides new scholarships and career pathways that prepare students for clean-energy projects. Gonzaga University
- ➤ Medical Lake High School rallied behind student Owen Pitts, who battled terminal cancer while playing in a varsity basketball game and graduating; his accomplishments inspired many as the community celebrated his resilience — a testament to the spirit of his school. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs acquired 41.5 acres near the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center for a new Veterans Home Campus, with the purchase finalized Nov. 3. Funding was approved earlier and the project will move into design and engineering phases next + local construction activity is expected. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered all flags at city facilities to remain lowered tomorrow in recognition of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, following Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive. Flags will stay at half-staff until Monday morning. City of Spokane
- ➤ A local guardianship monitoring program — which oversees guardianship arrangements — has served Spokane residents for 25 years. Officials will hold a commemorative event later this month to honor its longstanding role in protecting vulnerable community members. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga faced Kentucky on Friday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville at 4 p.m. on ESPN2 as the Zags tried to rebound after a big loss while Kentucky aimed to improve its record against tougher competition. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ WSU cornerback Kenny Worthy III will enter the transfer portal when it opens on Jan. 2, joining two teammates who already opted to leave, while the school signed Australian punter Ethan Gurney from Mercedes College as part of its class of 2026 to boost special teams. The Spokesman-Review
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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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Accounting Assistance
5-6 p.m. — Latinos En Spokane — Free service — First-come, first-served accounting help for individuals, families, or businesses.
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Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the humor of Emmy-winning journalist and comedian Charlie Berens, creator of The Manitowoc Minute.
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Adam Ray Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets vary at the door — Enjoy a night of laughter with seasoned comedian Adam Ray's dynamic performance.
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Youth Self-Care Summit 2025
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The Hive, Spokane Public Library — Free — Engage in self-care workshops and enjoy a keynote while making connections with peers.
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Michael Longfellow Live
4:00-5:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — General Admission $123-$1,756 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Michael Longfellow at one of Spokane's top comedy venues.
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Arizona State Sun Devils at Gonzaga Bulldogs Women's Basketball
6-8 p.m. — McCarthey Athletic Center — Tickets start at $4.73 — Catch the action as the top teams battle on the court in Spokane's vibrant hoops culture.
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Tom Arnold Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Tom Arnold.
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Cactus Tate Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of bold humor and insight with rising star Cactus Tate.
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Ian Bagg Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Spokane Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of dangerously flawless comedy from world-touring comedian Ian Bagg.
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