Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Recent records from Spokane County include new marriage licenses, legal actions for restitution of premises, marriage dissolutions, and various criminal sentencings, highlighting community legal activities. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane is poised to rename its Pavilion through a $2.6 million sponsorship deal, with a potential five-year extension raising the total to $4.2 million. KXLY
- ➤ The Gonzaga Men's Basketball Team will compete against the University of Portland in the second annual Community Cancer Fund Classic to support cancer patients. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scott Beeching, 64, was charged for a road rage-linked hit-and-run that injured one person in Spokane Valley, having turned himself in hours after the incident. FOX 28 Spokane
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane's first year-round farmer's market, Scale House Market, is set to open in May, aiming to create over 150 jobs and host around 65 local vendors. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Valley Councilman Al Merkel was unanimously voted by his peers to be stripped of his committee assignments and publicly censured due to violations of public records law. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga secured an 81-50 victory over Portland with significant contributions from Ben Gregg in his first start, showcasing a strong defensive performance and improved three-point shooting. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The Gonzaga women's basketball team overcame 23 turnovers and a challenging game against the Portland Pilots to secure a 76-71 victory, balancing their overall and WCC records. The Spokesman-Review
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From Tip to Toe: An Italian Wine Tour for STAHR
This event features a wine tasting experience focused on Italian wines, with proceeds supporting displaced pets and providing no-cost microchip clinics.
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Spokane Boat Show 2025
The Spokane Boat Show features dealers from the Inland Northwest showcasing the latest boats and boating accessories at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center.
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