Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Local nonprofit leader Julie Honekamp will step down as CEO of SNAP (Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners) effective January 1, 2027, with a search for her successor scheduled to begin by summer.

The organization, which helps with housing and energy bills, noted her departure marks the end of a long tenure.

A Spokane thrift store announced it will stop accepting pennies to reduce transaction delays and rising handling costs; the revised policy is expected to launch soon — local shoppers are encouraged to check for updated guidelines.

Local wildfire prevention experts are hosting a workshop soon in Spokane Valley where neighbors can learn key safety steps to protect homes and the community from fires.

Details on the time and location will be announced later.

Liberty Lake-based Spokane Teachers Credit Union opens its Mt. Spokane branch today at 1734 E.

Renshaw Drive near North Side Costco and announced plans for a Lincoln Heights branch later this year and a Coeur d’Alene branch in late 2027.

Spokane is set to hold its annual Point in Time Count at the end of January to survey the homeless population across Spokane County — volunteers will sign up and attend training as the federally mandated process helps secure funding despite challenges in locating everyone.

Local health officials report flu cases have reached a 25-year high and urge residents to get vaccinated as flu season intensifies in the community.