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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local ski resorts are open with fresh snow as Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park offers $45 Night Ski Lift Tickets today. The Orchard Park Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights remain on display until January 4, while Numerica Skating Ribbon hosted a DJ night on January 2 (with contests and music). FOX 28 Spokane
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Spokane Valley skywatchers can enjoy the first supermoon of 2026 (the Wolf Moon) which appears brighter as it nears Earth, though its light may hide the Quadrantid Meteor Shower peaking Saturday evening until Jan. 16. Look up for a stunning night sky. FOX 28 Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ STCU is offering free FAFSA help to students and families in Washington and Idaho with support from local high school and college counselors (and Launch NW). The service is free for all, even if you are not an STCU member. FOX 28 Spokane
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local nurse Hannah Cvancara challenged military rules that barred amputees from service by pushing a congressional change that now supports waivers for qualified applicants. She is now focusing on her nursing career and upcoming marriage to an active duty member + her work opens a new path for capable veterans. Spokane Public Radio
- ➤ At St. Joseph Regional Medical Center's Family Beginnings, six babies were born in a 12-hour span from New Year's Eve into early 2026. The hospital, recently honored as a top maternity facility, celebrated the newborns + marked a busy night for families welcoming the new year. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Pet owners can start the new year by following a pet resolutions checklist recommended by emergency vet Dr. Ezra Ameis that includes vet visits + proper nutrition + enrichment activities to maintain pet health, prevent weight gain and ensure timely vaccinations. FOX 28 Spokane
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane singles are turning to dating apps to find serious relationships, with local user Maggie Ray saying Hinge supports long-term connections compared to Tinder; a nearby coffee house barista reported many first dates sparking promising bonds, though some express caution when meeting strangers (a safety concern). FOX 28 Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
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